So the NFL wanted to do the Texans and Chargers a solid and give them the national stage to themselves. — Rams at Atlanta in Week 17 isn’t a fantastic Monday night game for Week 17, especially with the Falcons currently at 5-9. But with all the games spread throughout the week of Christmas, there weren’t a lot of great replacement options. So by moving Texans-Chargers to Saturday, both those teams are in play for the two Saturday spots in Week 18. The NFL leaned heavily into Washington after one outstanding season, giving them eight nationally televised games this season.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 21, 2025 01:08 UTC