Get ready for a Black Friday sports extravaganza! Amazon's Prime Video is bringing you a jam-packed day of live action, headlined by a highly anticipated NFL clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Chicago Bears.
Eagles Host Bears in Black Friday Football Frenzy
The Philadelphia Eagles will host the Chicago Bears at Lincoln Financial Field on Black Friday. This game is expected to have significant NFC playoff implications. Kickoff is slated for 3 p.m. ET, offering a unique Friday afternoon NFL experience.
Who's Calling the Game?
Legendary broadcaster Al Michaels will be providing the play-by-play commentary, alongside his regular Amazon partner Kirk Herbstreit, who will offer color commentary. Kaylee Hartung will be reporting from the sidelines, bringing you all the insights from the field.
Why Black Friday Football?
Amazon secured the rights to broadcast "Thursday Night Football," but Thanksgiving Day games were already claimed by other networks. To capitalize on its busiest shopping day of the year, Amazon introduced the Black Friday game. The first Black Friday game was in 2023, with the Miami Dolphins triumphing over the New York Jets.
More Than Just Football
Prime Video's Black Friday lineup extends beyond football. The day kicks off with the return of The Skins Game, a golf competition, and concludes with an NBA doubleheader featuring superstars like Bucks-Knicks and Mavericks-Lakers. The best part? All of it will be available without a Prime Video subscription or a Prime membership – free live sports for everyone!
Interactive Shopping Experience
Viewers can participate in interactive shoppable segments during the Prime Video stream. During the inaugural Black Friday broadcast, analyst Richard Sherman unlocked a Harry Potter Lego set by completing a challenge. Expect more fun and engaging experiences this year!
Why No Friday NFL Games Usually?
The Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961 generally prevents the NFL from scheduling games on Fridays and Saturdays to protect attendance at high school and college football games. The league typically avoids these days until after the high school and college regular seasons conclude.
Eagles' Friday History
Since the NFL-AFL merger in 1970, the Eagles have played only one Friday game prior to this one: a victory over the Packers in São Paulo, Brazil, in 2024.