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NFL plans on playing 2 games on Christmas this coming season

Lord knows that there isn’t enough #content in the world, so the NFL will be giving us some extra helpings on the biggest holiday of the year.

Lord knows that there isn’t enough #content in the world, so the NFL will be giving us some extra helpings on the biggest holiday of the year.

One of the many headlines coming out of the league meetings in Orlando is that the league will once again be playing games on Christmas – in fact there will be two games. The catch is that this year the holiday falls on Wednesday.

In an ideal world, the four teams who will be forced to play that day won’t have to do so on either the Sunday before or the Sunday after their Christmas games – but to give the NFL the benefit of the doubt there would be willfully ignorant. Compared to profits player safety is extremely low on their list of priorities. Hopefully the Seahawks won’t be one of them.

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POLL: Do you want the Steelers to play on Christmas Day?

Cast your vote and tell us if you want to see the Steelers play on Christmas.

The NFL announced they will have Christmas Day games again this season. Christmas is on a Wednesday in 2024. Last season, the NFL had three games on Christmas Day including a prime-time showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and San Franciso 49ers. Earlier in the day the Las Vegas Raiders took on the Kansas City Chiefs followed by the New York Giants vs the Philadelphia Eagles.

Historically, the Pittsburgh Steelers are one of those teams the NFL likes to put in higher profile games because they know the fans show up at the stadium and people tune in.

But our question of the day today is if you would want to see the Steelers play on Christmas this year.

With the schedule as it stands, here’s what that week would look like.

December 25th: NFL games

December 26th: NFL game

December 28th: NFL games

December 29th: NFL games

December 30th: NFL game

This late in the season, success is a war of attrition and that is a brutal stretch for teams, especially those in the playoff hunt.

Cast your vote and let us know if you want to spend your Christmas holiday watching the Steelers.

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Notre Dame football photo from 1897 found

Nice look into the football program’s early history.

With many people back celebrating Christmas with their families this year, the possibilities to pass time were endless.

One common activity is to dig into family history and discover something you hadn’t seen or known before. Maybe you rediscover something you hadn’t seen in a long time or are reminded of something you had forgotten about. Check out what happened with Kevin Clark, a senior writer and podcaster for The Ringer:

1897 was the second of Frank Hering’s three years as Notre Dame coach and the first of three years in which Jack Mullen served as captain. Notre Dame went 4-1-1 that season, beginning with a scoreless tie against Rush Medical and a 4-0 win over DePauw. A 62-0 win over the Chicago Dental Infirmary was followed by a 34-5 road loss to Chicago. The season wrapped up with a 60-0 victory over the now-defunct St. Viator and a 34-6 win in the rain against the program now known as Michigan State.

The 10 best Christmas Day performances in OKC Thunder history

The Thunder have a rich history of Christmas Day performances. Here are the best 10 individual games:

It’s Christmas, which means the NBA will have a full slate of games that’ll take place throughout the day.

Playing on Christmas is a privilege in the NBA: It is arguably the biggest day of the regular season. Only elite teams and markets get a chance to play on Dec. 25.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are familiar with playing on Christmas. They played on the holiday for nine consecutive years (2010-2018) when they had superstars Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, James Harden and Paul George.

Expect OKC to play on Christmas for the foreseeable future as the trio of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams opens a new window of contention.

Until then though, let’s reflect and view the nine best Christmas performances from Thunder players.

Dabo Swinney shares Clemson’s plan for Christmas

Dabo Swinney shared what the plans are for the Tigers this Christmas.

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson football team will be spending Christmas together.

The way their bowl schedule has been set up as they prepare for the Gator Bowl has lined up right with the holidays, meaning the team will be together for this Christmas. The team is in Jacksonville, preparing for the game and holding practices in Florida. Following their Christmas Eve practice, Swinney shared the Tigers’ Christmas plans.

“In the real world down here it’s Sunday so nothing’s open. It’s Christmas Eve so we’re going to have a little dinner tonight. We’ve got a little entertainment coming in. We’re going to have some fun with them and then we’ll have a big Christmas brunch for probably about 400 people tomorrow. All of our families and the team so we’ll do that. Probably have some guys sing and I think Santa’s gonna show up. Maybe have some gifts and so forth and then we’ll lock in, have a team meeting probably about noon. Full pads, Tuesday practice. Have a little scrimmage to end it up with our JV and keep getting ready for this game on the 29th.”

Ralphie from A Christmas Story is in Elf?! I was today years old when I learned Peter Billingsley was in Will Ferrell’s movie

This is a true fact!

Hey! Did you know that actor Peter Billingsley — who played Ralphie in A Christmas Story — is in Elf?

Yes! This is the first time I’m learning this, so please bear with me as I’ve taken a lap around the internet to see if this was a thing, and I have now learned that it’s not only a thing now, but everyone seemed to know this but me.

Billingsley plays Ming Ming the elf in Will Ferrell’s movie and you’ll notice him in the “Cottenheaded Ninnymuggins” scene below.

There you have it! Ralphie from A Christmas Story is in another Christmas story!

The 8 performers for Disney Magical Christmas Day Parade 2023, including Ariana DeBose and Smashing Pumpkins

A look at who’s performing in this Disney special on Christmas Day 2023.

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you all!

If you’re watching the Disney Magical Christmas Day Parade — an annual tradition on TV — in 2023, you know it’s a blast to watch all the performances from the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, which includes floats and such.

And if you’re here, you may be wondering: Who are the performers you’re seeing on the holiday special?

Fear not! We have the full list here so you can get to know who you’re hearing and watching.

Here’s a look at the performers for what is the 40th anniversary of the Disney holiday parade:

Every Christmas 2023 game (NFL and NBA!), ranked by watchability: The best contests to watch on Dec. 25

The best and worst games to watch on Christmas Day 2023.

Hey, it’s Christmas Day! And aside from that meaning a lot whether you celebrate the holiday or spend it with family or have a day off, it also means there’s a lot of sports on your television.

The NBA has its traditional slate of games set for December 25, while the NFL has jumped in with three contests of its own on Monday, so there will be so much to enjoy. You may want to plan your day around these events. and that’s where this list comes in.

Here’s a ranking of every one of those games by watchability — the ones you can skip with a nap or a meal and the ones you must watch (all times Eastern):

ACC women’s basketball leaders as of Dec. 24

Guess who’s leading the way on behalf of Notre Dame?

First of all, we hope you have a very Merry Christmas. We appreciate everyone who comes to our site to read our content because we wouldn’t be here without your support. Whatever reason you have to come to this site, we hope you continue to do so for a long time to come.

Now that the holiday greetings are out of the way, let’s take a look at the ACC’s major statistical category leaders:

Justin Jefferson recognizes Kirk Cousins amid QB instability

Justin Jefferson embraces the holiday spirit as he speaks on the recent instability at the quarterback position.

Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was questioned about his experience with the instability at the quarterback position this season following Minnesota’s 30-24 loss to the Detroit Lions. His response, according to The Athletic’s Alec Lewis, was centered around praising the stability that he did have with quarterback Kirk Cousins.

“I really think it goes to show the rest of the world the type of player Kirk is. At the end of the day, this is a tough league. … It’s tough not having 8 out there, the captain that he is, the leader that he is. He’s a great player.”

As we celebrate the holiday season and surround ourselves with family and friends, it’s important to remember to be thankful in these times. ‘Tis the season to be grateful for the blessings we have and for the family we have around us. Jefferson utilized this opportunity, a question centered around overcoming adversity at the quarterback position, and focused on the leadership he learned and praised Cousins and their shared experience through the first three years of his career.

Don’t think about the negative aspects of life that could bring you down this holiday season. The four-interception games of our daily lives are frustrating and all-consuming, but if you focus on those moments, you will never be able to progress to where you are supposed to be. Instead, focus on those moments that bring you joy and enhance your life, like Jefferson’s first three seasons with Cousins.

Embrace those moments and truly enjoy the holiday season with those that make your life easier.

Merry Christmas to everyone in the Vikings Wire family and SKOL Vikings.

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