Godwin ObajeThe NFL’s Christmas Day schedule is set to be a major draw once again, with the league keen to showcase its top teams and players on the holiday. According to Mike North, NFL VP for Broadcast Planning, the league has been encouraged by the viewership and attendance numbers for Christmas games in recent years.
“I think our fans have shown us that they are interested in Christmas. The viewership is there, the attendance is there, the interest from our broadcast partners is there,” North said. “We added Netflix last year for the first time. We will play on Christmas as appropriate.”
The Buffalo Bills are one team that could be in contention for a Christmas Day matchup. With their strong roster and passionate fan base, they would be an attractive option for the NFL’s holiday schedule.
As North noted, the key to making Christmas Day football work is to feature marquee matchups with top teams and players. The Bills, with their exciting young core and competitive AFC East division, would certainly fit the bill.
The NFL’s willingness to schedule games on Christmas Day is a testament to the league’s growing popularity and its ability to adapt to changing viewer habits. With the league’s broadcast partners on board and fans eager for more content, it’s likely that we’ll see more Christmas Day games in the years to come.
For the Bills, a Christmas Day matchup would be a great opportunity to showcase their team to a wider audience. With their talented roster and strong fan base, they would be well-suited to make the most of such a high-profile matchup.
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