ESPN’s NFL Week 12 Broadcast Schedule: A Thanksgiving Bonanza of Football
As the NFL season enters Week 12, ESPN is set to delight Australian football fans with a Thanksgiving feast of nine live games, featuring top teams like the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, Baltimore Ravens, and Detroit Lions. This lineup marks one of the biggest regular season broadcasts in ESPN’s history.
The action kicks off on Friday, November 24, with a triple-header starting at 4.30am AEDT. The first game sees the Green Bay Packers face off against their NFC North rivals, the Detroit Lions, on ESPN. Both teams are riding high from victories in Week 11, with Green Bay narrowly defeating the Chargers 23-20 and the Lions overcoming the Bears 31-26. The Lions currently lead their division, but the Minnesota Vikings are close behind as the playoffs approach.
At 8.30am AEDT, the Washington Commanders challenge the Dallas Cowboys in an NFC East showdown. The Cowboys, coming off a strong offensive performance in Week 11, are favorites against Washington, who have struggled defensively throughout the season.
The day’s final game at 12.15pm AEDT features the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks, bringing an end to Friday’s live triple header on ESPN. Both teams are vying for the top spot in the NFC West, and this game is crucial for the playoff race.
Saturday, November 25, at 7am AEDT, showcases an AFC East clash between the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets. The Dolphins, leading their division, will look to build on their 20-13 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Meanwhile, the Jets aim to recover from a 32-6 defeat by the Bills.
Monday’s schedule ramps up with five back-to-back games, starting at 5am AEDT on ESPN with the Pittsburgh Steelers taking on the Cincinnati Bengals. Both teams are chasing the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC North.
Simultaneously on ESPN2 at 5am AEDT, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Indianapolis Colts. The Buccaneers are contending in the NFC West, while the Colts have gained momentum with consecutive wins.
At 8.25am AEDT, the Buffalo Bills meet the Philadelphia Eagles in a blockbuster clash, with the Eagles currently leading the NFC.
The day concludes at 12.15pm AEDT with the Baltimore Ravens battling the Los Angeles Chargers. The Ravens are hitting their stride in the AFC North, while the Chargers aim to bounce back from recent defeats.
The final game of Week 12 airs on Tuesday, November 28, as the Chicago Bears face the Minnesota Vikings at 12.15pm AEDT on ESPN. This NFC North matchup features the Bears, at the bottom of the conference, against the resurgent Vikings.
ESPN’s extensive Week 12 NFL coverage is available to Australian viewers on Foxtel, Kayo Sports, Fetch TV, and SKY NZ. Additionally, NFL RedZone can be accessed on the ESPN App*, providing a comprehensive viewing experience for NFL enthusiasts.
