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NFL Games To Be Played On A Wednesday For Third Time Ever


Published on 2024-12-17 14:45:24 - sportscasting
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The NFL has scheduled games to be played on a Wednesday for only the third time in its history, with the upcoming games set for December 21, 2022, involving the Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Chargers, Cincinnati Bengals, and New England Patriots. This rare scheduling decision was influenced by the need to accommodate the NFL's broadcasting partners, particularly Peacock, which will exclusively stream the Bills vs. Chargers game, marking the first time an NFL game will be exclusively available on a streaming service. The games were originally planned for Saturday but were rescheduled to Wednesday to avoid clashing with other major sports events like the NBA's Christmas Day games and college football bowl games. This move also reflects the NFL's ongoing efforts to adapt to new media landscapes and maximize viewership opportunities.

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