The intensity of the 2025 NFL season reaches a fever pitch as Week 16 arrives this Sunday, December 21. With the playoff picture in both conferences hanging in the balance, a marathon day of football awaits fans, featuring a dozen matchups packed with high-stakes drama. From early afternoon clashes to a primetime showdown, every game carries the potential to clinch postseason berths, reshape division races, or shatter a team's playoff dreams.
Sunday's Gridiron Marathon: Complete Schedule for Indian Viewers
The action kicks off with a packed early window at 11:30 PM IST on Sunday night. Seven games will unfold simultaneously, setting the tone for the day. The late afternoon window begins in the early hours of Monday for Indian fans, with games starting at 2:35 AM IST and 2:55 AM IST. The day culminates with the Sunday Night Football spectacle at 6:50 AM IST on Monday.
The full Sunday schedule (December 21) in IST is as follows:
Early Afternoon Window (11:30 PM IST):
- Los Angeles Chargers at Dallas Cowboys
- Kansas City Chiefs at Tennessee Titans
- Buffalo Bills at Cleveland Browns
- Cincinnati Bengals at Miami Dolphins
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers
- Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants
- New York Jets at New Orleans Saints
Late Afternoon Window (Early Monday IST):
- Jacksonville Jaguars at Denver Broncos (2:35 AM IST)
- Atlanta Falcons at Arizona Cardinals (2:35 AM IST)
- Pittsburgh Steelers at Detroit Lions (2:55 AM IST)
- Las Vegas Raiders at Houston Texans (2:55 AM IST)
Sunday Night Football (Monday Morning IST):
- New England Patriots at Baltimore Ravens (6:50 AM IST)
Playoff Implications Loom Large in Key Battles
This slate is loaded with contests that will directly impact the road to the Super Bowl. The early window features several critical duels. The Buffalo Bills, led by Josh Allen, will push for a stronger position in the AFC East against the formidable defense of the Cleveland Browns. The Kansas City Chiefs aim to rebound and solidify their standing, while the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Carolina Panthers clash has significant ramifications for the NFC South title race.
The spotlight, however, shines brightest on the Sunday Night Football finale. The New England Patriots (11-3), led by rookie sensation Drake Maye, look to bounce back from a tough loss and officially clinch a playoff spot. Standing in their way are the Baltimore Ravens (7-7), who are fighting desperately to stay alive in the ultra-competitive AFC North race. Lamar Jackson will lead a resurgent Ravens defense in a game with massive wildcard and division consequences.
How to Watch NFL Week 16 in India
For fans in India, all the heart-stopping action of NFL Week 16 will be available live. The exclusive streaming home for the NFL in the region is the DAZN NFL Game Pass. Subscribers can enjoy premium live streams of every game, along with access to the popular NFL RedZone channel, which shows all the touchdowns from every game on Sunday. This ensures Indian fans won't miss a single crucial moment from this pivotal weekend in the 2025 NFL season.
With several teams on the playoff bubble and others fighting for precious home-field advantage, the results from this Sunday's games are poised to lock in seeds, clinch spots, and dramatically alter the postseason landscape. It's a can't-miss day for any football fan.
