How to Watch the NFL Wild Card Playoff Game Online

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The 2026 NFL playoffs start with an NFC wild card game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Carolina Panthers. Even though the Rams have a better record, the Panthers received home field advantage this round because they won the NFC South division this season.

Kicking off at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, the Rams are hitting the road but are still the clear favorites to win with their impressive 12-5 record. However, the Panthers have home field advantage and really have nothing to lose. Carolina surprised football fans this season by just making it to the playoffs, so win or lose on Saturday, this season is still a win for the Panthers.

When Does the Rams vs. Panthers Game Start?

Rams vs. Panthers game will kickoff on Jan. 10 at 4:30 p.m. ET/1:30 p.m. PT at America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.

Where to Watch Rams vs. Panthers Online

The NFL Wild Card game will broadcast live on FOX but can be streamed through Sling Blue or Orange. Keep scrolling on how to sign up for the streaming service.

Here’s How to Watch the Rams vs. Panthers Wild Card Game on Sling TV

A subscription to Sling Blue or Orange, which comes with FOX, gets you access to live TV from top-rated cable channels.

You can watch cable networks, including ESPN2, ESPN3 (for ABC simulcast), Disney Channel, Freeform, MotorTrend, A&E, AMC, BBC America, BET, CNN, Comedy Central, Food Network, Fuse, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Nick Jr., QVC, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, Vice and many others.

Meanwhile, starting at $4.99 for the Sling 1-Day Pass, you can access Sling Orange for 24 hours. Additionally, the Sling 3-Day Pass goes for $9.99 to access Sling Orange from Friday-to-Sunday. Sling 7-Day Pass, which goes for $14.99, gets you access for seven days of Sling Orange.

Please note: Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. You can learn more about Sling TV here.