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What NFL games are on today? Today’s NFL Schedule, NFL divisional playoff games TV channel for Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025

Game times, TV, and streaming for today's NFL playoffs.

A numbered NFL game ball on the field during the first half of the game between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field.

The divisional round of the NFL playoffs is here, and only eight teams remain in the hunt for a Super Bowl title. Saturday sets the stage with two pivotal matchups featuring the top-seeded teams in the AFC and NFC. After enjoying bye weeks during the Wild Card round, these top seeds now face opponents riding high on momentum from impressive wins.

The action begins with an AFC showdown, followed by an NFC battle later in the evening. With high stakes and even higher expectations, Saturday’s games will determine who advances to the conference championships. Injuries and last-minute surprises could add drama to what promises to be an intense day of football.

NFL Playoff games today: Which NFL teams are playing today?

First match of the day, we have Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs kicking off at 4:30 pm ET. The Houston Texans enter this matchup after dominating the Los Angeles Chargers in a 32-12 Wild Card victory. Their defense was unstoppable, forcing four interceptions and shutting down a strong offense. However, the challenge ahead is massive as they face Patrick Mahomes and the reigning Super Bowl champions. Mahomes, rested after a bye, leads a Kansas City team eyeing a third straight title.

Wild: The #Lions vs. #Commanders cheapest get-in ticket is over DOUBLE the price of every other Divisional playoff game:

• Texans/Chiefs ($101)
• Ravens/Bills ($168)
• Rams/Eagles ($182)
• Lions/Commanders ($414)

There are no fans like Detroit fans. pic.twitter.com/a8gI6YEMoM
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) January 17, 2025

Houston’s chances could depend on the availability of Joe Mixon, who is nursing an ankle injury. If Mixon is out, backups Dameon Pierce and Dare Ogunbowale will shoulder the ground game. Injuries may tip the balance, here’s what you need to know.

Second match of the day is Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions, at 8 pm ET. The Detroit Lions, boasting the league’s highest-scoring offense, host the Washington Commanders in what could be a high-octane clash. Detroit hopes for a boost with running back David Montgomery possibly returning from injury.

The Commanders, led by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, pulled off a last-second 23-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Daniels’ composure under pressure has been key to Washington’s postseason run. Injuries on both sides could play a crucial role, find out more below.

What time are the NFL games today and where to watch NFL divisional round games today?

Here is how you can watch the NFL games today on TV.

Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Kickoff time: 4:30 p.m. ET
TV: ABC, ESPN
Streaming: ESPN+
Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City, Missouri)

Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions

Kickoff time: 8:00 p.m. ET
TV: Fox
Streaming: Fubo
Location: Ford Field (Detroit, Michigan)

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