The 2026 NFL Playoffs have kicked off, and the action begins in North Carolina, where the NFC’s fourth and fifth seeds will face off.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is set to make his playoff debut today. The Panthers, finishing the regular season at 8-9, clinched the No. 4 seed and the NFC South title in Week 18, despite losing their last two games.
They will be up against the Los Angeles Rams, who hold a 12-5 record and are the fifth seed. Interestingly, the Panthers managed to defeat the Rams in their last encounter, which took place in Week 14, with a close score of 31-28.
Game Details
- When: January 10th, 4:30 PM (EST)
- Where: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina
- Channel: FOX
- Streaming: DIRECTV (free trial available)
If you’re looking to tune into the Rams vs. Panthers Wild Card Game, it’s scheduled to start at 4:30 PM ET today.
Watching Options
For those without cable, you can find live TV streaming services that might offer free trials. Personally, I find DIRECTV to be a solid option; their five-day free trial includes FOX, along with many channels you’ll need to catch the NFL action. After the trial, the service starts at $49.99 a month for over 90 live channels.
Sling TV also presents an affordable way to catch NFL games, with plans starting at $19.99 a month, which includes FOX.
This all shapes up to be an exciting playoff matchup—especially with the Panthers aiming to prove themselves after their earlier victory against the Rams. It’s at moments like this when the unpredictability of the playoffs really shines through, right? Let’s see how it unfolds!
