The 2026 NFL Playoffs are officially underway! Wild Card Weekend kicks off this Saturday, January 10, 2026, with two major NFC Wild Card matchups that fans across the world have been eagerly awaiting. The postseason action begins with back-to-back games today — and we’ve got the full schedule, matchups, kickoff times, TV details and key highlights right here on First Buster.
🗓️ Today’s NFL Wild Card Games — Saturday, Jan 10, 2026
Here’s what’s on the slate for Saturday’s NFL playoff action:
📌 4:30 p.m. ET – Los Angeles Rams @ Carolina Panthers
📺 TV: FOX / FOX Deportes
📍 Location: Bank of America Stadium — Charlotte, NC
The Rams (No. 5 seed) travel to face the Panthers (No. 4 seed) in a dramatic playoff opener. Carolina clinched a rare postseason spot with an 8–9 record and will host Los Angeles, who finished the season at 12–5. Fans are buzzing over this heavyweight NFC clash!
📌 8:00 p.m. ET – Green Bay Packers @ Chicago Bears
📺 Streaming: Amazon Prime Video
📍 Location: Soldier Field — Chicago, IL
In primetime, two historic rivals renew their battle as the No. 7 Packers visit the No. 2 Bears. This classic NFC North showdown promises fireworks and playoff intensity under the lights.
🔥 Why Saturday’s Games Matter
- Playoff Momentum: Both matchups could define the NFC landscape and impact future playoff paths.
- Rivalry Storylines: Packers vs. Bears brings historic rivalry energy back to postseason football.
- Upset Potential: The Panthers are one of the few teams to reach the playoffs with a losing record — making this matchup unpredictable.
📺 Where You Can Watch
✔️ Fox / Fox Deportes: Rams vs. Panthers
✔️ Amazon Prime Video: Packers vs. Bears — streamed live for subscribers
✔️ NFL+ App: Live streaming available with subscription
Whether you’re tuning in on TV or streaming, tonight’s contests are must-watch playoff football.
🏈 What’s Next This Weekend
The Wild Card Weekend continues with even more playoff games:
📅 Sunday, January 11, 2026
- Bills @ Jaguars — 1:00 p.m. ET
- 49ers @ Eagles — 4:30 p.m. ET
- Chargers @ Patriots — 8:00 p.m. ET
📅 Monday, January 12, 2026
- Texans @ Steelers — 8:15 p.m. ET
These matchups will decide who moves on to the Divisional Round next weekend and brings us one step closer to Super Bowl LX — set for February 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.
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