NFL Fans Divided on Netflix's Christmas Day Game Broadcasts
As the NFL partners with Netflix to broadcast this year’s Christmas Day games, a survey of 3,016 passionate NFL fans reveals their thoughts and feelings about this unique collaboration.
We asked fans two key questions:
- Following the online streaming issues from the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight, how confident are you in the streaming quality on Netflix’s NFL Christmas Day broadcast?
- Do you want to see more NFL, and more live sports, on Netflix?
How Confident Are Fans in the Streaming Quality on Netflix’s NFL Christmas Day Broadcast?
In the realm of streaming confidence, not all fans are sold on Netflix’s ability to handle the big game. Only 15% of fans are entirely confident that Netflix will deliver a touchdown-worthy experience without hiccups.
Meanwhile, 31% are moderately hopeful, sitting on the fence but with a cautious eye on potential streaming glitches.
On the flip side, a combined 66% express some level of doubt, showing Netflix has room to earn fans’ trust on game day
Top 10 Fan Bases That Aren’t Confident
Exploring deeper into the skepticism, Vikings fans head the list of doubters. A significant 48% lack faith in Netflix’s live sports debut. The Seahawks and Patriots fans aren’t far behind, reflecting a general wariness of Netflix’s ability to seamlessly stream the action.
Across the board, various fan bases seem hesitant, ready to critique if Netflix fumbles.
| Team | Fans Who Lack Confidence |
| Minnesota Vikings | 48% |
| Seattle Seahawks | 45% |
| New England Patriots | 43% |
| Detroit Lions | 42% |
| Kansas City Chiefs | 42% |
| Arizona Cardinals | 42% |
| Buffalo Bills | 41% |
| Los Angeles Chargers | 41% |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 41% |
| Indianapolis Colts | 39% |
Do NFL Fans Want More NFL, and Live Sports on Netflix?
When it comes to streaming more NFL and live sports on Netflix, fans are divided. About 28% are eager to see Netflix expand its roster with more game days, showing enthusiasm for more sports content.
In contrast, 17% strongly oppose the idea, preferring classic streaming content over game day excitement. With 9% also demonstrating opposition to the streaming giant’s move into the live sports world.
Fan Bases That Don’t Want More NFL and Live Sports on Netflix
Survey results show Vikings fans leading once again, this time in their reluctance toward Netflix expanding into sports.
Close followers include Packers and Bills fans, illustrating that some factions prefer to keep sports viewing traditional without mingling with emerging streaming sources.
| Team | Fans Against More Live Sports |
| Minnesota Vikings | 38% |
| Green Bay Packers | 35% |
| Buffalo Bills | 35% |
| Cleveland Browns | 33% |
| New York Jets | 33% |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 31% |
| Los Angeles Chargers | 30% |
| Washington Commanders | 30% |
| Kansas City Chiefs | 29% |
| Arizona Cardinals | 29% |
Takeaway? NFL fans are both excited and wary about this new chapter in sports streaming.
Netflix stepping onto the field means fans will be watching closely, hoping that their viewing experience scores rather than stalls.
But one thing’s for sure—NFL fans are more than ready to screen this new match-up!
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You can find the dataset in full here.
Methodology
To gauge fan sentiment, we partnered with Research Without Barriers – RWB for this survey. Conducted online between November 20th and November 25th, 2024, we reached out to a sample of 3,016 NFL fans from across the U.S. The research followed the MRS Codes of Conduct (2023) and adhered to the ICC/ESOMAR World Research Guidelines. RWB, registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office, ensured full compliance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act (2018), safeguarding participant data and its integrity.