NFL Wild Card Weekend: Schedule drops as games stretch 3 Days and Nights

The NFL has dropped its Wild Card Weekend schedule, and fans are in for a non-stop, three-day football feast from January 11-13. Whether you’re a die-hard rooting for your team or just here for the chaos, it’s going to be a wild ride. Let’s break it down (seeds in parentheses):

NFL Wild Card Weekend: Saturday, January 11

4:30 PM ET – (5) Los Angeles Chargers at (4) Houston Texans (CBS, Paramount+)
The Texans shocked everyone by punching their playoff ticket in the AFC South. Rookie QB Quinn Ewers has made believers out of skeptics, but now he faces a major test in Justin Herbert and the high-powered Chargers offense. Houston’s defense has been scrappy all year, but can they keep up in what could turn into a shootout?

8:00 PM ET – (6) Pittsburgh Steelers at (3) Baltimore Ravens (Prime Video)
Two AFC North rivals meet in a game that feels like a vibe check. The Steelers have dropped four straight, and Russell Wilson is skating on thin ice with fans calling for a change. Meanwhile, the Ravens are surging behind MVP candidate Lamar Jackson. Can Pittsburgh snap out of its funk, or will Baltimore bury its rival and keep the good times rolling?

NFL Wild Card Weekend: Sunday, January 12

1:00 PM ET – (7) Denver Broncos at (2) Buffalo Bills (CBS, Paramount+)
Buffalo has been inconsistent this season, but with Josh Allen at the helm, anything feels possible. Denver’s defense has been their calling card, but they’ll need some offensive firepower to pull off the upset. DeMeco Ryans has his hands full in this one.

4:30 PM ET – (7) Green Bay Packers at (2) Philadelphia Eagles (FOX)
The Packers limped into the playoffs with an ugly loss to the Bears, and now Jordan Love’s health is in question after an elbow injury. If Love can’t go, it’ll be up to Malik Willis to lead Green Bay into South Philly, where the Eagles await. Jalen Hurts is recovering from a concussion, but Philly fans will be ready to bring the noise.

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— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) January 6, 2025

Eagles will host the Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs >>

8:00 PM ET – (6) Washington Commanders at (3) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (NBC, Peacock)
The Bucs took the NFC South crown, but this is no gimme. Rookie QB Jayden Daniels has come a long way since his first career start—a Week 1 loss to these same Bucs.

NFL Wild Card Weekend: Monday, January 13

8:00 PM ET – (5) Minnesota Vikings/Detroit Lions at (4) Los Angeles Rams (ESPN/ABC)
The Rams host Monday night’s showdown, but they’ll likely be underdogs no matter who wins Sunday’s NFC North decider. The Lions and Vikings have been two of the NFC’s best all season, and both are capable of making a deep run.

NFL Wild Card Weekend: Key Storylines to Watch

1. Steelers vs. Ravens: Rivalry Recharged
   Baltimore enters on fire, while Pittsburgh is in freefall. Can Lamar Jackson cement his MVP case with a big performance, or will Russell Wilson silence the doubters in the game’s biggest rivalry?
2. Green Bay’s QB Dilemma
   Jordan Love’s elbow injury is a major concern for the Packers. Malik Willis is a capable backup, but can he navigate the playoff cauldron in Philly if Love can’t go?
3. Philly’s Path Back to Glory
   The Eagles are looking to prove their No. 2 seed is no fluke. Jalen Hurts’ health will be critical for a team with Super Bowl aspirations.
4. Commanders’ Rookie Redemption
   Jayden Daniels started his NFL career with a rough debut against Tampa. Now he gets a chance for revenge on the same stage.
5. The NFC North Drama
   Sunday’s Vikings-Lions matchup will decide the NFC’s No. 1 seed, with the loser heading to L.A. for a Monday night clash with the Rams.

NFL Wild Card Weekend is time to find out who’s built for the playoffs and who’s packing it up for the offseason.

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