Kansas City Chiefs Seek Annual Christmas Day Spot in NFL Tradition

The Chiefs formally request a permanent Christmas Day game as they lead NFL's international expansion to Brazil in 2025.

The Kansas City Chiefs have formally asked the NFL to make them a permanent fixture on the league's Christmas Day schedule, following two years of record-breaking holiday viewership.
The Chiefs' Christmas Day game in 2024 against the Steelers attracted 24.1 million viewers, solidifying their appeal as a marquee holiday draw.
The NFL plans a tripleheader for Christmas Day 2025, with two games on Netflix and one on Amazon Prime, though the schedule has not yet been finalized.
Kansas City is also a frontrunner to play against the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL's first game in São Paulo, Brazil, on September 5, 2025, as part of the league's international expansion.
Chiefs owner Clark Hunt has reiterated the team's willingness to participate in more international games, aligning with the NFL's global growth strategy.