The NFL’s Wild Card Weekend schedule is out, bringing three days of thrilling action and can’t-miss matchups sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
The NFL Wild Card Weekend matchups are set, kicking off an action-packed postseason that starts in Houston on Saturday and ends in Los Angeles on Monday night.
A football with the NFL logo | Source: Getty Images
Over three days, fans will witness six thrilling matchups as teams battle to keep their playoff hopes alive. Here’s the full schedule and where to catch all the action.
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans
The postseason begins Saturday, January 11, with the Los Angeles Chargers traveling to face the Houston Texans at 4:30 p.m., Eastern Time (ET). Fans can watch the game live on CBS and Paramount+.
As the No. 4 seed in the American Football Conference (AFC), the Texans will host the fifth-seeded Chargers in a high-stakes opener that sets the tone for the weekend.
Houston Texans face the Los Angeles Chargers at NRG Stadium in Texas, on October 2, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens
Saturday night continues with a fierce AFC North rivalry as the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Baltimore Ravens at 8:00 p.m. ET. The game will air on Prime Video.
The Ravens, seeded No. 3, will have home-field advantage against the sixth-seeded Steelers in this pivotal divisional showdown.
Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers face off at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on December 21, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Denver Broncos vs. Buffalo Bills
Sunday’s Wild Card action begins with the Denver Broncos visiting the Buffalo Bills at 1:00 p.m. ET. This matchup will be broadcast on CBS and Paramount+.
The second-seeded Bills host the seventh-seeded Broncos in a contest that highlights the AFC’s playoff race.
Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos | Source: Getty Images
Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Sunday afternoon features the Green Bay Packers facing the Philadelphia Eagles at 4:30 p.m. ET. Fans can tune in on FOX and FOX Deportes.
The Eagles, the No. 2 seed in the National Football Conference (NFC), will host the seventh-seeded Packers in a matchup brimming with excitement and playoff intensity.
Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles play at Arena Corinthians in Sao Paulo, Brazil | Source: Getty Images
Washington Commanders vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Sunday night showcases another NFC matchup as the Washington Commanders visit the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 8:00 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on the NBC television network, streamed on Peacock, and available in Spanish on Universo.
The Buccaneers, the No. 3 seed, welcome the sixth-seeded Commanders in this prime-time contest, which will be pivotal for both teams.
Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers play in Florida on September 8, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams
Wild Card Weekend concludes Monday night with the Minnesota Vikings traveling to Los Angeles to face the Rams at 8:00 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the game on ESPN, ABC, ESPN Deportes, or catch the ManningCast on ESPN2.
The fourth-seeded Rams host the No. 5 Vikings in the final matchup of the weekend, capping off the first round of the NFL playoffs in dramatic fashion.
Los Angeles Rams and Minnesota Vikings face off at SoFi Stadium on October 24, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Fans Share Bold Wild Card Weekend Predictions
The buzz around this season’s Super Bowl predictions is electrifying fans everywhere. One optimistic supporter boldly declared, “commanders steelers you heard it here first [sic].” Another fan confidently proclaimed, “Commanders winning the superbowl [sic].”
A fan cheers for the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
One netizen shared a reserved hope, “I don’t care who wins the Super Bowl as long as it isn’t the Chiefs.” Meanwhile, Chiefs fans remained confident, with one predicting, “Chiefs 3-peat incoming.”
Fans celebrate as the Kansas City Chiefs score a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles at Arrowhead Stadium on September 17, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
Adding to the heated rivalries, another fan passionately asserted, “Steelers over ravens[sic].” Amidst the buzz, one ambitious Packers fan reacted with excitement, “TIME TO SHOCK THE WORLD 👀.”
Green Bay Packers celebrate with the crowd after scoring a touchdown against the New York Jets at Lambeau Field on October 16, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
As NFL Wild Card Weekend unfolds, fans are ready for a rollercoaster of thrilling games, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable drama.
