After the presents were opened and the last bit of wrapping paper hit the floor, it was time to head to Netflix for another rare yet highly anticipated Beyoncé sighting. Did anyone care about the NFL’s inaugural Christmas Day football game? No. Not even Netflix, which dubbed the Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans matchup the “Beyoncé Bowl.” While the Texans had a dismal 31-2 finish, the halftime show more than made up for it.
The NFL’s Christmas Day games kicked off with a dazzling performance by the Queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey. Her rendition of All I Want for Christmas Is You filled the stadium with holiday cheer before Beyoncé took the stage and absolutely stole the show.
Riding in on a white horse like a holiday fantasy come to life, Beyoncé began her set with a bang—almost literally. She performed select tracks from her latest album, Cowboy Carter, serving fierce vocals, though they seemed to be pre-recorded. Entering NRG Stadium on a striking porcelain horse, she sang “16 Carriages,” entering in between parked “slabs” a nod to Houston’s car culture. As she rode in, she was joined by Tierra Kennedy, Brittany Spencer, Reyna Roberts, and Tanner Adell for an angelic quartet of “Blackbird.”
Once the song ended, the real show began. The camera panned back to the stadium, and Beyoncé performed “Ya Ya,” followed by a Renaissance bonus track, “My House,” featuring Blue Ivy Carter. The young superstar stole the show with every dance routine, taking back her power with each move. The track even included crowd participation, with lucky fans receiving masks that, when held up, spelled out the song’s title in the stands.
Let’s be honest, the real showstopper wasn’t just the music—it was the drama. First, country singer Shaboozey joined Beyoncé for a duet of “Sweet Honey Buckiin’,” sparking buzz throughout the stadium. Then, in a totally unexpected twist, Post Malone dropped in for their duet “Levii’s Jeans,” adding even more heat to the stage.
Beyoncé didn’t just put on a show—she orchestrated a full-blown spectacle. The costumes were out of this world, the stage production was mind-blowing, and social media exploded. “Beyoncé Bowl” quickly became a viral hashtag. Was it the greatest halftime show in NFL history? Honestly, who cares? It was Beyoncé at her finest, and that’s all that matters.
After her show-stopping halftime performance, Beyoncé posted a cryptic video on her social media. The clip featured her riding in on that iconic white horse, waving a massive American flag. Instead of ending with a festive holiday message, the video simply displayed the date: “1.14.25” in bold red lettering.
Naturally, the Beyhive went into overdrive, with theories spreading like wildfire. Could it be a Cowboy Carter tour? A new single drop? A surprise album release for Act III? Or perhaps a documentary or special? The Beyhive is meticulously analyzing every pixel of the video, searching for hidden clues and deciphering cryptic messages. Social media is ablaze with theories, debates, and fervent speculation. One thing’s for sure: January 14th, 2025, is going to be a day to remember, so you might want to start saving for tickets—just in case.