NFL 'reassured' by Netflix over streaming concerns ahead of Christmas games after Tyson-Paul debacle: report

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Netflix’s streaming issues during the heavily anticipated fight between boxing legend Mike Tyson and Jake Paul were problematic enough that it raised concerns for the NFL ahead of the league’s upcoming games that will be streamed exclusively on the platform on Christmas Day, according to one report. 

Buffering issues plagued fans tuning in to watch the historic matchup between one of the sport’s greats and its new up-and-coming boxer on Friday. Social media was flooded with complaints, and a lawsuit was even filed accusing the streaming platform of "breach of contract." 

Mike Tyson, left, fights Jake Paul during their heavyweight boxing match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Netflix addressed the issues in a statement Monday.

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"This unprecedented scale created many technical challenges, which the launch team tackled brilliantly by prioritizing stability of the stream for the majority of viewers," Netflix executive Elizabeth Stone said. "I'm sure many of you have seen the chatter in the press and on social media about the quality issues. We don't want to dismiss the poor experience of some members and know we have room for improvement but still consider this event a huge success."

While company executives might have viewed the event as a "huge success," the user experience was enough for the NFL to reach out with concern. 

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell attends an NFL International Series game between the Chicago Bears and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)

"The NFL did check in with Netflix following