The excitement of “Monday Night Football” often sets the tone for the week. However, fans looking for action on January 5, during the NFL’s Week 18, will be disappointed. There is no football game scheduled on that night. Instead, anticipation builds as the playoffs approach.
Upcoming NFL Playoff Schedule
The NFL playoffs are just around the corner, kicking off on January 10. Here’s a look at the key dates and matchups:
- Saturday, January 10:
- Rams at Panthers – 4:30 p.m. ET
- Packers at Bears – 8:00 p.m. ET
- Sunday, January 11:
- Bills at Jaguars – 1:00 p.m. ET
- 49ers at Eagles – 4:30 p.m. ET
- Chargers at Patriots – 8:00 p.m. ET
- Monday, January 12:
- Texans at Steelers – 8:00 p.m. ET
Divisional Round and Championship Games
The divisional round will take place on January 17 and 18. Following that, the AFC and NFC championships are scheduled for January 25:
- AFC Championship: 3:00 p.m. ET
- NFC Championship: 6:30 p.m. ET
Super Bowl LX
All eyes will be on the Super Bowl LX, taking place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The big game is set for February 8 at 6:30 p.m. ET. This event is anticipated to draw millions of viewers.
Last year’s Super Bowl garnered a record 127.7 million viewers, showcasing the growing popularity of the event. The broadcast was available across multiple platforms, including Fox and Telemundo.
Despite the absence of “Monday Night Football” on January 5, fans won’t have to wait long for thrilling NFL action. The upcoming playoff games promise to deliver excitement as teams vie for the championship title.
