The NFL playoffs move into the divisional round this weekend, with top seeds Seattle and Denver hosting critical matchups.
In the NFC, the Seattle Seahawks (14-3) will face the San Francisco 49ers (13-5) on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 8 p.m. ET at Lumen Field. This game is a rematch of their Week 18 showdown that secured the NFC West for Seattle. The Chicago Bears (12-6) will host the Los Angeles Rams (13-5) on Sunday, Jan. 18 at 6:30 p.m. ET at Soldier Field.
In the AFC, the Denver Broncos (14-3) earned the top seed and a first-round bye, and they will host the Buffalo Bills (13-5) on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 4:30 p.m. ET at Empower Field at Mile High. The New England Patriots (15-3) will host the Houston Texans (13-5) on Sunday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium.
Wild-card weekend produced several close contests, including wins by the Rams, Bears, Bills, 49ers, Patriots, and Texans. Fans can expect competitive games as teams vie for a spot in the conference championships.