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NFL Christmas top viral moments: Packers-Dolphins, Broncos-Rams, Buccaneers-Cardinals

Updated Dec. 26, 2022 6:57 p.m. ET

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Happy holidays! The NFL has delivered a three-game Christmas Day slate that kicked off on FOX as Aaron Rodgers and the Packers rallied to defeat the Dolphins as Tua Tagovailoa collapsed with three interceptions in the fourth quarter.

Then Russell Wilson and the Broncos head to Los Angeles to take on Baker Mayfield and the Rams, and Tom Brady returns to Arizona — where he has plenty of Super Bowl history — to face the Cardinals.

Here are the top trending moments from a tripleheader of holiday cheer!

Tampa Bay Buccanners at Arizona Cardinals

It's a Watt Family Christmas!

J.J. Watt hosted his parents, his wife (and NWSL star) Kealia Ohai Watt and their infant son Koa in his first Christmas, and also found time to play catch with a fan.

Watt then went to work.

Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Rams

Sunny Los Angeles!

While several NFL games across the country Saturday took place in freezing weather, it was a different story for kickoff at SoFi Stadium.

Russell Wilson throws back-to-back interceptions

Rams roll behind Baker Mayfield…

…while Broncos seemingly hit rock bottom (again)

Former Broncos greats and current FOX broadcasters Shannon Sharpe and Mark Schlereth had harsh words for their former team, and its quarterback.

Things got chippy on Denver's sideline as well.

Broncos pass rusher Randy Gregory also exchanged blows with a Rams offensive lineman after the game.

Green Bay Packers at Miami Dolphins

Wait… wrong football!

It has already been a week since the World Cup Final, but that is not stopping Packers receiver Allen Lazard.

Aaron Jones gives back

Let it snow… in Miami?!?

Rodgers is not thrilled

The Packers quarterback overthrew Christian Watson on a fourth-and-2 deep pass and showed frustration afterward.

Tua, Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle are putting on a show!

Tagovailoa already has connected on deep passes to both of his star wide receivers as the Dolphins lead 17-10 in the second quarter.

Packers' playcalling draws criticism

From head coach Matt LeFleur's insistence on passing the ball instead of relying on his running backs, to defensive miscues under coordinator Joe Barry, to a botched fake punt deep in their own territory, the Packers have draw plenty of criticism in the first half.

McDaniel outduels Rodgers with a smile

Packers tie it up!

Dolphins pick off Rodgers after some contact… then the Packers get the ball right back!

Tua picked AGAIN, social media reacts

Tua picked a THIRD time, Packers clinch the win!

The Packers are still alive for the playoffs…

…and so are the Jets!

Top stories from FOX Sports:

• Tua Tagovailoa throws 3 picks as Dolphins' playoff chances fall into doubt
• Cowboys beat Eagles in dramatic game; we should all root for a playoff rematch
• McKenna: The Jets can end the Zach Wilson era. It's time to move on.
• Panthers run over Lions, setting up showdown with Buccaneers
• 2022-23 NFL playoff picture: Which teams are in, who's still in the hunt
• Baker Mayfield, tumbling Rams headed toward difficult offseason
• How Aaron Judge became the next Yankees captain
• MLB free agency tracker: Signings, best players available
• Ryan Turrell seeks to become NBA's first Orthodox Jew: ‘Hopefully this opens the pathway’
• Deion Sanders on criticism of his move to Colorado: ‘I know my heart.’
• College football transfer portal tracker: Uiagalalei to Oregon State
• Lionel Messi cements GOAT status with a little help from his friends

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