Major Sports Events This Weekend in the USA December
Major Sports Events This Weekend in the USA December
The holiday weekend is here, and so is a stacked slate of major sports events across the United States! From high-stakes NFL matchups in Week 15 to the thrilling NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas, plus the kickoff of college football bowl season and intense NHL action, sports fans have no shortage of can’t-miss moments. Whether you’re tailgating in Kansas City, courtside in Sin City, or glued to the TV for gridiron glory, this weekend’s lineup promises edge-of-your-seat excitement.
Grab your jerseys, fire up the grill, and dive into our complete guide to the biggest sports events happening this weekend in the USA. We’ve got schedules, TV info, key storylines, and ticket tips to help you plan your ultimate viewing party.
NFL Week 15: Playoff Push Heats Up with 14 Games on Sunday
The NFL’s grind never stops, and Week 15 delivers a full buffet of divisional rivalries and wildcard contenders battling for postseason positioning. With the playoffs looming, every snap counts—especially with the Minnesota Vikings facing the Dallas Cowboys in primetime.
Key NFL Games This Weekend (December 13-15, 2025)
| Game | Date/Time (ET) | TV/Stream | Location | Why Watch? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons at Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Thursday, Dec. 12 (already underway, but highlights everywhere) | Prime Video | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL | NFC South showdown—Bucs aim to clinch a spot. |
| Cleveland Browns at Chicago Bears | Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM | FOX | Soldier Field, Chicago, IL | Bears’ rookie QB vs. Browns’ chaos—upset alert! |
| Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati Bengals | Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM | CBS | Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | Lamar Jackson vs. Joe Burrow: AFC North fireworks. |
| Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs | Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM | CBS | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO | Justin Herbert challenges Patrick Mahomes in a potential playoff preview. |
| New York Jets at Jacksonville Jaguars | Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM | CBS | EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL | Trevor Lawrence’s return? High-scoring potential. |
| Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots | Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM | CBS | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA | Josh Allen looks to bury the Pats’ rivalry hopes. |
| Washington Commanders at New York Giants | Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM | FOX | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | NFC East grudge match—Commanders on the rise. |
| Las Vegas Raiders at Philadelphia Eagles | Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM | FOX | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA | Eagles’ home dominance vs. Raiders’ road woes. |
| Green Bay Packers at Denver Broncos | Sunday, Dec. 14, 4:05 PM | FOX | Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO | Jordan Love’s test in thin air—Packers chasing NFC North. |
| Detroit Lions at Los Angeles Rams | Sunday, Dec. 14, 4:25 PM | FOX | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | Jared Goff vs. his old team: Lions’ revenge tour rolls on. |
| Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints | Sunday, Dec. 14, 4:25 PM | FOX | Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | Bryce Young redemption arc? Saints fighting for survival. |
| Indianapolis Colts at Seattle Seahawks | Sunday, Dec. 14, 4:25 PM | CBS | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA | Anthony Richardson’s boom-or-bust vs. Geno Smith. |
| Tennessee Titans at San Francisco 49ers | Sunday, Dec. 14, 8:20 PM | NBC | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA | 49ers reload for a run—Will Levis faces the beasts. |
| Minnesota Vikings at Dallas Cowboys | Sunday, Dec. 14, 8:20 PM | NBC | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | Sam Darnold’s hot streak meets Dak Prescott’s home turf—primetime thriller! |
| Miami Dolphins at Pittsburgh Steelers | Monday, Dec. 15, 8:15 PM | ESPN | Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | Tua Tagovailoa vs. cold weather—Steelers’ defense awaits. |
Storyline Spotlight: The Chiefs-Chargers AFC West clash could flip the script on Kansas City’s dynasty, while the Vikings-Cowboys nightcap features two of the league’s most explosive offenses. Stream every game on NFL+ or catch local broadcasts—tickets for Chiefs vs. Chargers start at $36 on Vivid Seats.
NBA Cup Semifinals: Las Vegas Lights Up with East vs. West Showdowns
Basketball’s in-season tournament hits fever pitch this weekend as the NBA Cup semifinals tip off in Vegas. The Orlando Magic face the New York Knicks in the East, while the San Antonio Spurs battle the Oklahoma City Thunder in the West—winners advance to the December 16 championship.
- East Semifinal: Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks | Saturday, Dec. 13, 5:30 PM ET | Prime Video | T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
- West Semifinal: San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | Saturday, Dec. 13, 9:00 PM ET | Prime Video | T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Why It’s Must-Watch: Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs (with rookie sensation Stephon Castle) vs. the Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander duo? Pure fireworks. Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks against Paolo Banchero’s Magic in a battle of young guns. Tickets from $76—stream on Prime Video for free if you’re a subscriber.
Regular NBA action ramps up too, with games like Minnesota Timberwolves at Golden State Warriors on Friday (already tipping off) and a full Sunday slate. Check NBA League Pass for out-of-market gems.
College Football Bowl Season Kicks Off: Celebration Bowl & LA Bowl Highlight Saturday
The bowls begin! December 13 marks the start of 47 Division I games, with HBCU pride on display and Pac-12 vs. Big Ten vibes.
| Bowl Game | Date/Time (ET) | TV/Stream | Location | Matchup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cricket Celebration Bowl | Saturday, Dec. 13, 12:00 PM | ABC | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | South Carolina State vs. Prairie View A&M |
| Bucked Up LA Bowl | Saturday, Dec. 13, 8:00 PM | ESPN | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | Boise State vs. Washington |
Storyline Spotlight: The Celebration Bowl crowns the HBCU national champ—expect pageantry and passion in Atlanta. Boise State’s blue turf magic meets Washington’s Huskies in sunny SoCal. More bowls follow: Salute to Veterans (Troy vs. Jacksonville State) on Dec. 16. Tickets from $50—stream on ESPN+.
Don’t forget the Army-Navy Game on December 13 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore (2:00 PM ET, CBS)—a timeless rivalry!
NHL Action: Rivalries Ignite with 10+ Games Saturday
Puck drops aplenty as the NHL delivers cross-conference clashes and divisional dust-ups. Highlight: Edmonton Oilers at Toronto Maple Leafs for Canadian bragging rights.
Top NHL Games This Weekend
| Game | Date/Time (ET) | TV/Stream | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaheim Ducks at New Jersey Devils | Saturday, Dec. 13, 7:30 PM | NHL Network | Prudential Center, Newark, NJ |
| Ottawa Senators at Minnesota Wild | Saturday, Dec. 13, 2:00 PM | FDSNWI | Xcel Energy Center, St. Paul, MN |
| San Jose Sharks at Pittsburgh Penguins | Saturday, Dec. 13, 3:00 PM | SN-PIT | PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA |
| Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Islanders | Saturday, Dec. 13, 3:30 PM | MSGSN | UBS Arena, Elmont, NY |
| Edmonton Oilers at Toronto Maple Leafs | Saturday, Dec. 13, 7:00 PM | Sportsnet | Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON (but streams nationwide) |
| Florida Panthers at Colorado Avalanche | Thursday, Dec. 12 (ongoing) | ESPN | Ball Arena, Denver, CO |
Why It’s Must-Watch: Connor McDavid vs. Auston Matthews? Goal-scoring streaks and penalty kills galore. Stream on ESPN+ or NHL Network—tickets for Devils-Ducks from $25.
Other Can’t-Miss Events: UFC, PGA Q-School & MLB Buzz
- UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Kape | Saturday, Dec. 13, 10:00 PM ET | ESPN+ | UFC APEX, Las Vegas, NV – Flyweight fireworks!
- PGA Tour Q-School Finals | Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 13-14 | Golf Channel/NBC Sports App | TPC Sawgrass, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – Future stars battle for cards.
- MLB Winter Meetings Aftermath | Ongoing buzz from Orlando: Phillies re-sign Schwarber, Dodgers snag Diaz, Orioles add Alonso—trades brewing into the weekend.
How to Watch & Score Tickets for This Weekend’s Sports Events
- NFL: CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN (stream on Paramount+, YouTube TV, or NFL+).
- NBA: Prime Video for Cup semis; NBA League Pass for regular games.
- College Football: ABC/ESPN family—FuboTV for full coverage.
- NHL: ESPN+, NHL Network, or local RSNs.
- Tickets: Vivid Seats or Ticketmaster—NFL from $10, NBA Cup from $76, bowls from $50.
This weekend’s major sports events in the USA are a feast for fans—NFL rivalries, NBA drama, bowl traditions, and NHL speed. Which one’s got you most hyped? Drop your picks in the comments and follow Click USA News for live updates, scores, and analysis all weekend long!
