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NFL Week 17: Christmas Games, Candy Cane Patches
NFL Week 17 is one of the most exciting weeks of the season.
There are games on Christmas Day, Saturday night, Sunday, and even Monday night.
Every game is important because teams are trying to secure their spots in the playoffs.
Some key games include the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Denver Broncos, which is crucial for the AFC West, and the Baltimore Ravens vs. Green Bay Packers, which could be a preview of the NFC playoffs.
On Christmas Day, teams like the Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders, Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, and Kansas City Chiefs will wear special candy cane patches on their jerseys.
These patches add a festive touch to the games and make them even more special.
Fans can watch these games on TV or through streaming services.
NFL Week 17 features games on Christmas Day, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, with no bye weeks.
Key matchups include Chiefs vs. Broncos, Ravens vs. Packers, Lions vs. Vikings, and Eagles vs. Bills.
Christmas Day games: Cowboys vs. Commanders, Lions vs. Vikings, Broncos vs. Chiefs.
Saturday night game: Ravens vs. Packers, a potential NFC playoff preview.
Teams playing on Christmas Day will wear festive candy cane patches on their jerseys.
- Who
- NFL teams competing in Week 17
- What
- Regular season games with playoff implications and festive jersey patches
- Where
- Various stadiums across the United States
- When
- December 25-29, 2025
- Why
- Teams are fighting for playoff positions and seeding advantages, and the NFL is celebrating the holiday season with special uniform elements
Key facts
- Christmas Day Games
- Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders, Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos vs. Kansas City Chiefs
- Saturday Night Game
- Baltimore Ravens vs. Green Bay Packers
- Sunday Night Game
- Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers
- Monday Night Game
- Los Angeles Rams vs. Atlanta Falcons
- No Bye Weeks
- All teams are playing in Week 17
- Key Matchups
- AFC West showdown: Chiefs vs. Broncos, NFC playoff preview: Ravens vs. Packers, NFC North crown: Lions vs. Vikings, Wild-card implications: Eagles vs. Bills
- Streaming Details
- Games available on various platforms, including traditional TV and streaming services
- Playoff Implications
- Every game has significant playoff implications for teams
- Candy Cane Patches
- Worn by teams playing on Christmas Day, featuring the NFL shield and crossed candy canes
- Patch Design
- NFL shield in the center, flanked by two crossed candy canes in red and white stripes, with the year 2025 below
Quotes
Dak Prescott
Quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys
“I'm blessed doing what I love on such a great holiday.”
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“We just want to finish off this season strong. It's about rolling over the good things and taking the momentum.”
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Sources
NFL Games Today: Check Christmas Day 2025 Football Schedule, Timing, Where To Watch Here
NFL: Green Bay Packers clinch playoff spot as Detroit Lions lose to Vikings
Why are NFL players wearing candy cane patches on Christmas Day 2025 jerseys? Check details
