NFL Flexes Thursday Night Football Schedule

In a historic move, the NFL has flexed its Thursday Night Football schedule for the first time, shifting the Cleveland Browns-Cincinnati Bengals game from December 19 to December 22, while moving the Denver Broncos-Los Angeles Chargers game into the prime-time slot on December 19. The NFL's new flex scheduling, which allows for adjustments in Weeks 13 to 17, aims to showcase more competitive matchups, particularly as both the Broncos and Chargers are in playoff contention. The Chargers, who defeated the Broncos earlier this season, will benefit from additional exposure on Prime Video. The Browns and Bengals, now slated for a less favorable time slot, have struggled this season, with both teams projected to miss the playoffs. This change reflects the league's intention to highlight teams with better performance and potential for exciting games. Future flex opportunities may arise for the Broncos depending on their performance in upcoming games.