The Coronavirus pandemic hasn’t hit the NFL nearly as hard as it’s hit other sports leagues, but offseason football news can’t fully satisfy our demand for sports. And with no games going on to supplement that news, football fans are forced to improvise when finding ways to pass the time while social distancing.
NFL Game Pass is free at the moment, which means you can watch any game since 2009. But if you want to go a little more old school — or just don’t feel like signing up for the streaming service — the NFL’s YouTube channel has a big library of full games.
All of the classic NFL games are in there. You can find the Patriots’ 28-3 comeback in there. You can find “The Catch” in there, as well. But if you’re looking for a little suspense, this is the list for you. These aren’t famous results, so there’s a good chance you don’t already know the final score. I also avoided games with spoilers in the title of the video.
1. Jets vs. Browns, 1987
Yes, there was a time when the Jets and Browns played meaningful football games. Wild, I know.
2. Chiefs v. Broncos, 1994
If you’re a more hardcore NFL fan — or at least an older one — you probably know how this one ends. For the rest of you, this is a good one featuring two of the best quarterbacks in NFL history.
3. Ravens vs. Titans, 2003
Can I interest you in some Kyle Boller action? No? Well, Steve McNair, Ray Lewis and Ed Reed are here too.
4. 49ers vs. Bills, 1993
Two of the NFL’s best teams. Two of the NFL’s best quarterbacks. And a lot of points. Just hit play already.
5. Bills v. Browns, 1989
There’s a decent chance the Bills and Browns will be playing in next year’s playoffs. Prepare your brain for that possibility by watching them square off with a trip to the AFC title game on the line.
Some more games to watch
These ones have spoilers in the titles, but they’re worth watching nonetheless.
One of the greatest Super Bowls ever played…
Double overtime!
https://youtu.be/2Pe_O8eNn5A
Barry Sanders is always fun
One of the most entertaining games you’ll ever watch
The NFL’s most talented QB v. its best defense
Stay home and wash your hands!
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