NFL Playoffs Kick Off in Houston and Baltimore

This weekend, the NFL playoffs are officially starting in Houston and Baltimore, showcasing an exciting doubleheader on Saturday. Fans can look forward to two thrilling games that mark the beginning of the wild-card weekend.

First up, the Los Angeles Chargers (11-6) will travel to Texas to face the Houston Texans (10-7) at 4:30 p.m. ET. The Texans have managed to secure the AFC South title for the second year in a row, while the Chargers are eager to claim their first playoff victory since 2018. This matchup is anticipated to be a real nail-biter as both teams enter the game with something to prove.

As night falls, the action will shift to Baltimore, where the Baltimore Ravens (12-5) will host their fierce rivals, the Pittsburgh Steelers (10-7). This rivalry matchup is only the fifth time these two teams have met in the playoffs, and with Pittsburgh holding three victories in their previous encounters, the Ravens will be looking for redemption. Kickoff for this game is set for 8 p.m. ET.

Fans can catch the action on CBS for the Texans vs. Chargers game, with veteran announcer Ian Eagle leading the commentary alongside analyst Charles Davis. The Ravens vs. Steelers game will be available for streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, where Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit will provide the play-by-play and analysis, respectively.

For those who enjoy listening to the games, SiriusXM will also carry live commentary for both matchups. This is a great chance for fans to immerse themselves in the excitement of the playoffs, as the stakes couldn’t be higher.

With high hopes and intense rivalries on display, this wild-card weekend promises to be a thrilling kickoff to the tournament that many NFL fans await all year long.