The New York Giants’ playoff hopes are just one loss away from being shattered. Big Blue was defeated by the Saints last Sunday, putting them at a five-win, nine-loss record. To make matters worse, they have to pull off a Christmas miracle if they want to see the postseason. Despite their struggles, the Giants still hold onto a slim chance for a late playoff push.
The Philadelphia Eagles are the next opponents for the Giants in the NFL’s Christmas Day triple-header. With a 10-4 record, the Eagles have already secured a playoff spot, but they’re in a tight battle with the Dallas Cowboys for the NFC East title. This game against the Giants is crucial for their playoffs seeding, as they are tied with the Cowboys and the Detroit Lions in the standings and are a game behind the 49ers for the top NFC spot.
The NFL Christmas Day schedule marks the beginning of a television extravaganza, with a total of six teams playing on national TV. The games are divided among different channels and streaming services throughout the day. Big Blue will play at 4:30 p.m. ET/1:30 p.m. PT on Fox for their game against the Eagles.
Saquon Barkley, the star running back for the Giants, is quite close to achieving a milestone himself. He is just 41 yards shy of leveling with Brandon Jacobs for the fourth most rushing yards in Giants history, currently sitting at 5,087 yards.
The Eagles will host the Giants at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Christmas Day at 1:30 p.m. PT/4:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on Fox. For those without cable, several streaming services will also carry the game, including YouTube TV and Hulu Plus Live TV, albeit at a cost.
Pricing for the streaming services can be steep, such as Hulu Plus Live TV, which costs $77 a month and includes Fox for most markets. Mobile viewers can also watch the games through the NFL’s streaming service for $7 per month but are limited to watching on a phone or tablet.
The upcoming game will be a test for the Giants who are fighting to keep their postseason dreams alive, while the Eagles aim to solidify their playoff positioning within the NFC standings. With their playoff hopes at stake, it’s clear that both teams will be entering Monday’s game with an all-or-nothing attitude.
