Dallas Cowboys, Bengals to Play in Animated Broadcast

The Dallas Cowboys and Cincinnati Bengals are set to face off on Monday Night Football on December 9, with a unique twist: a special animated telecast dubbed 'Simpsons Funday Football' will air on Disney+, featuring real-time animation of players and the stadium styled after the iconic show. While the Cowboys (5-7) aim to keep their playoff hopes alive, they will face a formidable challenge from the Bengals, whose quarterback Joe Burrow is having a stellar season despite the team's disappointing 4-8 record. The game will include original voice actors from The Simpsons and animated segments with ESPN personalities. The NFL has previously experimented with alternate broadcasts, including a Toy Story-themed telecast earlier this season, and fans can expect interactive skits and segments featuring both teams' players. With Cooper Rush starting for the Cowboys following Dak Prescott's injury, both teams are in dire need of a win to maintain any playoff aspirations. The game will traditionally air at 7:15 p.m. ET on ESPN, while the animated version will be available on NFL+, ESPN+, and Disney+.