The NFL’s Week 17 kicks off on Christmas Day with two exciting matchups: the Kansas City Chiefs facing the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Houston Texans.
In the lead-up to these games, the Chiefs are coming off a solid 27-19 victory against the Texans, currently holding a stunning 14-1 record. Meanwhile, the Steelers are looking to bounce back from their recent 34-17 loss to the Ravens, bringing their season record to 10-5. Similarly, the Ravens are also at 10-5, while the Texans hold a competitive 9-6 record.
The Chiefs and Steelers game is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. MST (1 p.m. ET), followed by the Ravens vs. Texans at 2:30 p.m. MST (4:30 p.m. ET). Notably, these Christmas Day games will only be available for streaming, not on conventional TV, with local simulcasts in select markets, including KCTV Channel 5 in Kansas City and KDKA Channel 2 in Pittsburgh for the first game, and WJZ Channel 13 in Baltimore and KHOU Channel 11 in Houston for the second game.
As for the betting odds, the Chiefs are favored by 2.5 points, while the Ravens hold a 5.5-point advantage over the Texans. Predictions for the matchups vary, with some analysts anticipating a close game between the Chiefs and Steelers, while a more confident prediction favors the Ravens for a solid victory against the Texans.
The announcers for these games include Ian Eagle calling the Chiefs-Steelers game, joined by analysts Nate Burleson and J.J. Watt, while Noah Eagle teams up with Greg Olsen for the Ravens-Texans matchup.
In a league where surprises are common, fans are excited for the potential outcomes of these holiday matchups, showcasing the strength of the teams vying for playoff position. The spirit of competition and community resonates during the festive season, reminding us all of the joy sports bring to many households.
Summary: Two key Christmas Day matchups are set for NFL Week 17: Chiefs vs. Steelers and Ravens vs. Texans. With predictions favoring the Chiefs and Ravens, each game promises excitement for fans across the country. All games will be streamed, continuing the league’s trend of digital accessibility. Fans are eagerly anticipating these showdowns as the playoff picture begins to take shape.