NFL Playoff Games Today January 11, 2026 - Complete Schedule, Live Scores & TV Times USA
Live Updates: Sunday, January 11, 2026 | Last Updated: 12:00 PM ET
Wild Card Weekend continues with THREE massive playoff games today! After yesterday's incredible comebacks by the Rams and Bears, Sunday brings us Josh Allen, Jalen Hurts, and prime-time football. Here's everything you need to know about today's NFL playoff action.
Quick Jump Menu
- Today's Complete Schedule
- Bills vs Jaguars - Live Now
- 49ers vs Eagles - 4:30 PM ET
- Chargers vs Patriots - Sunday Night Football
- How to Watch Every Game
- Wild Card Results So Far
- What's Next: Divisional Round Preview
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Today's Complete NFL Playoff Schedule - January 11, 2026
Three Games, Three Different Time Slots
| Time (ET) | Matchup | TV | Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM | #6 Buffalo Bills @ #3 Jacksonville Jaguars | CBS | Paramount+ |
| 4:30 PM | #6 San Francisco 49ers @ #3 Philadelphia Eagles | FOX | FOX Sports App |
| 8:00 PM | #7 LA Chargers @ #2 New England Patriots | NBC | Peacock/Universo |
Tomorrow's Game:
- Monday, 8:15 PM ET: #5 Houston Texans @ #4 Pittsburgh Steelers (ESPN/ABC)
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Game 1: Buffalo Bills @ Jacksonville Jaguars - LIVE NOW
📍 EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL
⏰ Kickoff: 1:00 PM ET
📺 CBS | Paramount+
The Storylines
This one's all about Josh Allen trying to finally break through. The Bills QB is one of the best players in the league, but he's never made it to the Super Bowl. Jacksonville's no joke either - they're at home, the crowd's fired up, and Trevor Lawrence is playing some of his best football right now.
Key Players to Watch
Buffalo Bills:
- Josh Allen (QB): Can he outduel Lawrence in a hostile environment?
- Stefon Diggs (WR): Allen's favorite target needs a big game
- Von Miller (Edge): The pass rush has to get home
Jacksonville Jaguars:
- Trevor Lawrence (QB): Playing with serious swagger this season
- Travis Etienne (RB): Explosive runner who can break it at any moment
- Josh Allen (Edge): Yes, there are TWO Josh Allens in this game!
What the Experts Say
The Bills are slight favorites on the road, but Jacksonville's home-field advantage is real. Whoever controls the trenches wins this game. Buffalo's defense has been elite all year, but can they contain Lawrence when he gets rolling?
Betting Line: Bills -2.5
Over/Under: 48.5
Live Stats & Play-by-Play → (CBS Sports)
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Game 2: San Francisco 49ers @ Philadelphia Eagles - 4:30 PM ET
📍 Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA
⏰ Kickoff: 4:30 PM ET
📺 FOX | FOX Sports App
The Heavyweight Matchup
This is the game everyone's been waiting for. Two absolute powerhouses going head-to-head. The 49ers have been the most complete team in football all season, but Philly's crowd is absolutely insane in the playoffs.
Jalen Hurts vs. Brock Purdy. Two QBs who've been doubted their entire careers, now leading Super Bowl contenders. This is playoff football at its finest.
Keys to Victory
For San Francisco:
- ✅ Get Christian McCaffrey going early
- ✅ Pressure Hurts with that dominant D-line
- ✅ Win the turnover battle
- ✅ Handle the hostile Philly crowd
For Philadelphia:
- ✅ Establish the run with Swift/Gainwell
- ✅ Let AJ Brown cook on the outside
- ✅ Limit explosive plays to Deebo/Aiyuk
- ✅ Make Purdy beat them with his arm
Injury Report
Both teams are relatively healthy, which is rare this late in the season. The 49ers' defensive line is fully loaded, and that's bad news for any opposing QB.
The Prediction
This game's going down to the wire. Expect a low-scoring, defensive slugfest. The team that can run the ball effectively will control the clock and win.
Vegas Spread: 49ers -3
Total Points: 45.5
Expert Pick: 49ers 24, Eagles 20
Full Game Preview & Analysis → (ESPN)
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Game 3: LA Chargers @ New England Patriots - Sunday Night Football
📍 Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
⏰ Kickoff: 8:00 PM ET
📺 NBC | Peacock | Universo
Prime Time in New England
Sunday Night Football in January. In Foxborough. This is what playoff football is all about.
The Chargers are dangerous - Justin Herbert's been on fire, and their defense is playing at an elite level. But the Patriots at home in the playoffs? That's a different beast. Bill Belichick's teams don't lose at Gillette in January without a fight.
Quarterback Duel: Herbert vs. Jones
Justin Herbert might be the most talented QB in this game, but Mac Jones has the experience and the home crowd behind him. Herbert's got to prove he can win a road playoff game. Jones just needs to not lose it.
What Makes This Game Interesting
The Chargers have blown so many playoff opportunities over the years. Their fans are terrified. But this team feels different - the defense is legit, Herbert's matured, and they've got nothing to lose.
New England's not the dynasty they used to be, but Belichick in the playoffs is never an easy out. The crowd will be deafening. The weather could be a factor (check those temps!). This is classic playoff football.
X-Factors
- Weather: January in New England isn't kind to warm-weather teams
- Joey Bosa: If he's healthy, he can wreck the Patriots' game plan
- Rhamondre Stevenson: Patriots' RB needs to control the clock
- Chargers' Special Teams: Historically... not great
The Numbers
Patriots are 11-3 at home in the playoffs under Belichick. The Chargers are... well, they're the Chargers in the playoffs. But like we said, this team feels different.
Point Spread: Patriots -4
Over/Under: 43
Weather Forecast: 28°F, possible snow flurries
Sunday Night Football Preview → (NBC Sports)
how-to-watch
How to Watch Every NFL Playoff Game Today
TV Listings
1:00 PM ET - Bills @ Jaguars
- 📺 CBS (check local listings)
- 📱 Paramount+ (subscription required)
- 🌐 CBSSports.com (select markets)
4:30 PM ET - 49ers @ Eagles
- 📺 FOX (nationwide coverage)
- 📱 FOX Sports App (free with cable login)
- 🌐 FOXSports.com
8:00 PM ET - Chargers @ Patriots
- 📺 NBC (nationwide)
- 📱 Peacock (subscription or free trial)
- 🇲🇽 Universo (Spanish broadcast)
Streaming Options
Without Cable:
- YouTube TV (free trial available)
- Hulu + Live TV
- FuboTV (sports-focused)
- NFL+ Premium ($9.99/month)
Free Options:
- Local CBS/FOX/NBC affiliates (antenna required)
- Peacock free tier (limited)
Radio Coverage
All games available on:
- Westwood One Sports
- SiriusXM NFL Radio
- Local team radio networks
Find Your Local Broadcast → (506Sports.com)
weekend-recap
Wild Card Weekend Recap: Saturday's Incredible Games
Before today's action, let's recap the absolute madness from yesterday:
Game 1: LA Rams 34, Carolina Panthers 31
Matthew Stafford is built for these moments. Down 31-27 with under three minutes left, the veteran QB marched his team 71 yards and hit Colby Parkinson with a 19-yard TD pass with just 38 seconds remaining.
The Moment: Stafford rolling right, avoiding pressure, and finding Parkinson in the back of the end zone. Playoff veteran magic.
Stats: Stafford: 304 yards, 3 TDs
Hero: Colby Parkinson - game-winning TD catch
Game 2: Chicago Bears 31, Green Bay Packers 27
This was absolutely WILD. The Bears trailed 21-3 at halftime. Everyone thought it was over. Then Ben Johnson's halftime speech happened, and Chicago outscored Green Bay 25-6 in the fourth quarter.
Caleb Williams threw for more yards in the fourth quarter (184) than he did in the first three quarters combined (177). That's clutch gene stuff.
The Moment: Williams to DJ Moore for 25 yards and the go-ahead TD with 1:43 left.
Historic: Third-largest fourth-quarter comeback in NFL playoff history.
Watch Both Game Highlights → (NFL YouTube)
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What's Next: Divisional Round Preview
After Wild Card Weekend wraps up Monday night, the Divisional Round matchups will be set. Here's what we know:
AFC Divisional Round (Jan 17-18)
#1 Denver Broncos get a bye and will host the lowest remaining seed:
- Could face: Bills/Jaguars winner OR Chargers/Patriots winner OR Texans/Steelers winner
The other AFC Divisional game will feature the two remaining higher seeds.
NFC Divisional Round (Jan 17-18)
#1 Seattle Seahawks earned the bye and home-field advantage throughout:
- Will host: 49ers/Eagles winner OR Rams OR Bears
The Chicago Bears' miracle win means they're headed to the Divisional Round. Will they face Seattle or the Eagles/49ers winner? We'll know by Monday night.
Championship Sunday - January 25
- AFC Championship: 3:05 PM ET on CBS
- NFC Championship: 6:40 PM ET on FOX
Super Bowl LX - February 8
📍 Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California
⏰ 6:30 PM ET
📺 NBC
The road to the Super Bowl runs through six more games. Who's going to Levi's?
Full NFL Playoff Bracket 2026 →
Expert Predictions for Today's Games
What the Analysts Are Saying
Stephen A. Smith (ESPN):
"Josh Allen's gotta prove it today. No more excuses. This is his moment."
Tony Romo (CBS):
"I love the 49ers in Philly. That defense is too good. Niners by 7."
Al Michaels (NBC):
"Never bet against Belichick at home in January. Patriots win a close one."
Social Media Buzz
Top Trending Hashtags:
- #NFLPlayoffs - 2.4M tweets
- #BillsMafia - 847K tweets
- #FlyEaglesFly - 1.1M tweets
- #SundayNightFootball - 623K tweets
Fan Polls:
- Bills or Jaguars? 58% picked Buffalo
- 49ers or Eagles? 52% picked San Francisco
- Chargers or Patriots? 61% picked New England
Live Betting Odds & Lines
Bills @ Jaguars:
- Spread: BUF -2.5
- Moneyline: BUF -140, JAX +120
- Total: 48.5
49ers @ Eagles:
- Spread: SF -3
- Moneyline: SF -160, PHI +135
- Total: 45.5
Chargers @ Patriots:
- Spread: NE -4
- Moneyline: NE -190, LAC +160
- Total: 43
Odds current as of 12:00 PM ET Sunday
Live In-Game Betting → (DraftKings)
NFL Playoff FAQs
Q: How many teams make the NFL playoffs?
A: 14 teams total - 7 from the AFC and 7 from the NFC.
Q: What's a Wild Card team?
A: A non-division winner that earns a playoff spot based on their record. Three Wild Card teams from each conference make it.
Q: Who gets a first-round bye?
A: The #1 seed in each conference (Denver Broncos in AFC, Seattle Seahawks in NFC) automatically advance to the Divisional Round.
Q: Where is the Super Bowl this year?
A: Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California - home of the San Francisco 49ers.
Q: Can I watch NFL playoff games for free?
A: Yes! All games are broadcast on free over-the-air TV (CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC). You just need an antenna.
The Bottom Line
Today's three games are absolutely loaded with storylines. Can Josh Allen finally break through? Will the 49ers prove they're the best team in football? Can the Chargers overcome their playoff demons?
We're about to find out. This is why we love January football.
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Last Updated: January 11, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
Author: USA Sports Desk
Category: NFL Playoffs, Live Sports Updates
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