Jacksonville will play Buffalo in the AFC Wild Card Game without starting left tackle Cole Van Lanen, who is out with a knee injury. Walker Little is expected to start at left tackle after lining up at left guard recently, and he previously started at left tackle in 12 games earlier this season.
The Patriots elevated DT Leonard Taylor III and WR Jeremiah Webb from the practice squad for their Wild Card playoff game against the Chargers, with Webb serving as injury insurance due to WR Kayshon Boutte's uncertain status and Taylor providing depth on the defensive line following NT Khyiris Tonga's injury.
The article previews the upcoming NFL Wild Card playoff game between the 49ers and Eagles, highlighting key storylines such as injury impacts, offensive strategies, the importance of turnovers and penalties, coaching chess matches, and X factors like special teams and key players, emphasizing the high stakes and strategic battles that will determine the outcome.
Packers' right tackle Zach Tom is inactive for the NFC Wild Card game against the Bears due to a knee injury, missing his fourth consecutive game. Other notable inactives include Case Keenum for the Bears and several Packers and Bears players. The game is held at Soldier Field.
An NFL projection model predicts game outcomes and betting odds for the wild-card round, indicating close matchups and potential value bets, with specific predictions favoring the Jacksonville Jaguars over the Buffalo Bills, and covering predictions for the Panthers and Bears.
The No. 6 seed San Francisco 49ers face the No. 3 seed Philadelphia Eagles in a crucial Wild Card playoff game at Lincoln Financial Field, with both teams aiming to advance further in the postseason. The game features key matchups including Brock Purdy vs. Jalen Hurts and Christian McCaffrey vs. Saquon Barkley, and is a rematch of last year's NFC Championship. The 49ers, seeking revenge and a bounce-back after a Week 18 loss, rely on a potent offense, while the Eagles, undefeated at home in playoffs under Sirianni, aim to leverage their physical style and star players to secure victory.
The article provides predictions and betting tips for all six NFL Wild Card playoff games, including game analyses, predicted scores, and best bets, emphasizing matchups like Rams vs. Panthers, Bears vs. Packers, Bills vs. Jaguars, Eagles vs. 49ers, Patriots vs. Chargers, and Texans vs. Steelers.
Calvin Austin III appears on 'The Insiders' to discuss the Steelers' upcoming Wild Card game against the Texans, with NFL analysts also covering coaching vacancies across several teams.
The Los Angeles Chargers are traveling to New England for their Wild Card playoff game against the Patriots, with multiple players and staff members heading to the matchup.
The article provides details on how to watch, listen, and follow the Carolina Panthers' Wild Card playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams on January 10, including TV, radio, and streaming options for both local and out-of-market viewers.
Experts predict a close NFL Wild Card game between the Patriots and Chargers, with most favoring the Patriots to win in a competitive matchup, citing factors like team health, coaching, and key player performances.
The 49ers will face the Eagles in the NFC Wild Card playoff game on January 11, 2026, at Lincoln Financial Field, with multiple options available to watch on TV and stream internationally, as well as radio broadcasts in the U.S., Mexico, and the UK.
NFL coaches and executives predict the outcomes of the wild-card playoff games, highlighting key matchups, team form, and player performances, with a general consensus favoring the Rams, Bears, Bills, 49ers, Patriots, and Texans to advance in their respective games.
Kevin Dotson and Jordan Whittington are out for the Rams in the Wild Card playoff game against the Panthers, while Terrance Ferguson and Josh Wallace are questionable. The Panthers also have two players listed as questionable. Practice will determine the final status of Ferguson and Wallace.
The Houston Texans, a 12-win team with a strong defense and a balanced offense led by rookie QB C.J. Stroud, face the Steelers in the NFL Wild Card playoff. Despite a slow start, the Texans finished strong with a nine-game winning streak, boasting a top-ranked defense and effective ball protection. The game will feature key players like edge rushers Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, and rookie receivers. The Texans aim to overcome their postseason road struggles against a Steelers team that earned their playoff spot with a division win.