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The NFL wild-card playoff game<\/a> between the Los Angeles Rams<\/a> and the Carolina Panthers<\/a> is set to be the ultimate clash of narratives: a bona fide championship contender facing a Cinderella team that rode a thin margin and an opportune division title into the playoffs. The Rams, finishing the regular season at 12-5 and considered one of the NFL’s elite, bring with them an offensive firepower that has been unstoppable for most of the year. They enter Charlotte as heavy favorites, carrying the weight of massive expectations on their Super Bowl-experienced roster.<\/p>\n At the center of the Rams’ machine is quarterback Matthew Stafford, who has pieced together his best season of his 17 years in the NFL. The 37-year-old veteran has been an absolute statistical marvel, leading the league in passing yards and touchdowns with an astounding 4,707 yards and a career-best 46 touchdowns against only 12 interceptions. His incredible production and efficiency, highlighted by his league-leading passing grade on downfield throws, have placed him firmly in the conversation for the NFL MVP award. For Stafford, this postseason run is the next step in solidifying a legacy that continues to climb.<\/p>\n Standing opposite the juggernaut Rams are the Carolina Panthers, who clinched the NFC South with a sub-.500 record, landing them in the playoffs at 8-9. Their journey was characterized by grit and opportunism, including a signature 31-28 upset victory over these very Rams in Week 13. While they limped into the postseason with a two-game losing streak, they are fueled by the energy of a fanbase that hasn’t seen a home playoff game in over a decade. The Panthers represent the quintessential underdog, benefiting from the NFL\u2019s divisional structure to earn a shot at redemption.<\/p>\n The Panthers have the blueprint for beating Los Angeles, having forced two crucial Matthew Stafford interceptions and a late-game fumble in their Week 13 victory \u2014a rare crack in the MVP-favorite’s armor. Carolina’s defense will need to replicate that aggressive, turnover-forcing performance against a Rams team that is now healthy and driven to correct the mid-season lapse that allowed the upset to happen in the first place.<\/p>\n This game presents a classic playoff scenario: the high-flying, heavily favored offense led by a potential MVP, versus the gritty, home-field underdog determined to prove their legitimacy. Will Stafford continue his career-peak season and march the Rams one step closer to another title, or will the Carolina Panthers summon the magic of their underdog status and deliver a shocking playoff knockout at Bank of America Stadium? The answer will define the opening weekend of the NFC bracket.<\/p>\n The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Rams vs. Panthers in the NFC wild-card round on Saturday. Follow below for complete results from the 2026 NFL playoff game.<\/p>\n STREAM: Watch Rams vs. Panthers live with Fubo (free trial)<\/a><\/p>\n Rams vs. Panthers score<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n NFL PLAYOFFS HQ: Live NFL scores<\/a> | Full NFL schedule<\/a>\u00a0| Updated NFL bracket<\/a><\/p>\n Rams vs. Panthers live updates, highlights\u00a0from 2026 NFL wild-card playoff game<\/p>\n 4:34 p.m.:\u00a0We are underway in Carolina.<\/p>\n Bryce Young and the home team Panthers have the ball first.<\/p>\n 4:14 p.m.:\u00a0When these teams played last time, Bryce Young threw three touchdowns and Matthew Stafford threw two interceptions as the Panthers upset the Rams.<\/p>\n Who’s moving on to the next round? \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n LARvsCAR \u2013 4:30pm ET on FOX\/FOX One \u2014 NFL (@NFL) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n What do the teams have in store this time?<\/p>\n 3:57 p.m.:\u00a0Matthew Stafford, at 37 years old, delivered the most prolific and efficient season of his career, putting him in contention to win his first ever MVP.<\/p>\n How many touchdowns for Stafford today?<\/p>\n LARvsCAR \u2013 4:30pm ET on FOX\/FOX One \u2014 NFL (@NFL) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n He finished the year as the NFL’s leader in both passing yards (4,707) and passing touchdowns (46), shattering the franchise’s record and guiding the Rams to an 12-5 playoff season.<\/p>\n 3:41 p.m.:\u00a0Some Rams fans have made the trip all the way east for Los Angeles’ opening playoff game.<\/p>\n Playoff Rams Fam!!! \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f\ud83d\udc0f\ud83c\udfe0 pic.twitter.com\/pg36EHXq0B<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n A trip to San Francisco, the site of Super Bowl LX, is a much easier trip.<\/p>\n 3:33 p.m.:\u00a0Here’s what Joe Davis and Greg Olsen, the two in the broadcast booth, had to say about today’s matchup.<\/p>\n \u201cNo team in the NFL converted on more 4th down tries than the Carolina Panthers\u201d@gregolsen88<\/a> and Joe Davis talk from the booth ahead of today\u2019s Rams\/Panthers Wild Card Game on FOX pic.twitter.com\/xPPUTvoX8x<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Olsen became the first Panthers tight end to put up three straight 1,000+ seasons. He’s not the only Carolina legend in the house.<\/p>\n 3:17 p.m.:\u00a0In his first season in the NFL, Tet McMillan became the most prolific rookie receiver in the NFL.<\/p>\n B4ck to it pic.twitter.com\/sAcZAurSYV<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n The No. 8 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft finished the regular season with 70 receptions for 1,014 yards and seven touchdowns.<\/p>\n 3:07 p.m.:\u00a0We’re getting closer in Carolina.<\/p>\n Gettin’ warm \ud83d\udcaa pic.twitter.com\/kYRRY0mAWp<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Will the Rams jumpstart their postseason run or will the Panthers pull off an all-time upset?<\/p>\n 2:55 p.m.:\u00a0Young has taken the field for warmups in a slightly rainy Carolina.<\/p>\n Bryce is playoff ready pic.twitter.com\/H3t23F4g3X<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n 2:40 p.m.:\u00a0The Rams are entering today’s contest as a historic favorite.<\/p>\n The Rams are making history as 10 point favorites against the Panthers today \ud83d\ude33 pic.twitter.com\/yeWfyVNJlX<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 br_betting (@br_betting) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n 2:25 p.m.:\u00a0Making his return today is wide receiver Davante Adams, who led all receivers with 14 touchdowns in the regular season.<\/p>\n 1\ufe0f\u20e37\ufe0f\u20e3 in the 704 pic.twitter.com\/aXudqSt5mS<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Adams missed the final three games of the regular season with a hamstring injury.<\/p>\n 2:07 p.m.:\u00a0The heavily-favored Los Angeles Rams enter the playoffs with the league’s top scoring offense, and a huge reason behind that is receiver Puka Nacua.<\/p>\n You already know Puka’s watching @KingJames<\/a> highlights \ud83c\udfc0 pic.twitter.com\/3L9EyziCUD<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Nacua led the NFL with 127 receptions, finished second with 1,715 yards and tallied 10 touchdowns.<\/p>\n 2:06 p.m.:\u00a0Quarterback Bryce Young has arrived for his first playoff start.<\/p>\n Brrrrryce \ud83e\udd76@CokeCCBCC<\/a> | #KeepPounding<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/DAtmFAmXd3<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) January 10, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Young finished his third regular season with 3,011 yards, 23 touchdowns and 11 interceptions.<\/p>\n 2:02 p.m.:\u00a0We are only a few hours away from kickoff of the first of six wild card games. Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina is ready to host its first playoff game in over a decade.<\/p>\n MORE 2026 NFL PLAYOFF NEWS:<\/p>\n Where to watch\u00a0Rams vs. PanthersRams vs. Panthers start timeDate: Saturday, Jan. 10Time: 4:30 p.m. ET, 1:30 p.m. PT<\/p>\n The Rams and Panthers will kick off the NFL Wild Card Round as the first of six games.<\/p>\n Kickoff will be at 4:30 p.m. ET, or 1:30 p.m. PT for the Los Angeles faithful, from Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.\u00a0<\/p>\n What channel is Rams vs. Panthers on today?TV channel:\u00a0FoxLive stream:\u00a0Fubo<\/a><\/p>\n The Rams and Panthers game will be broadcast nationally on Fox. Play-by-play commentator Joe Davis\u00a0is joined by Panthers legend Greg Olsen, who is the color analyst, in the booth, with Pam Oliver on the sidelines.<\/p>\n Those looking to stream the game can do so on Fubo<\/a>, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.<\/p>\n NFL playoff schedule 2026Wild-card roundSaturday, Jan. 10MatchupTime (ET)TVLive streamRams at Panthers4:30 p.m.FoxFubo, Fox OnePackers at Bears8:00 p.m.\u2014Amazon Prime VideoSunday, Jan. 11MatchupTime (ET)TVLive streamBills at Jaguars1:00 p.m.CBSFubo, Paramount+49ers at Eagles4:30 p.m.FoxFubo, Fox OneChargers at Patriots8:15 p.m.NBCFubo, PeacockMonday, Jan. 12MatchupTime (ET)TVLive streamTexans at Steelers8:15 p.m.ESPN, ABCFubo, ESPN+Divisional roundSaturday, Jan. 17MatchupTime (ET)TVLive streamTBD vs. TBD4:30 p.m.TBDTBD, FuboTBD vs. TBD8:15 p.m.TBDTBD, FuboSunday, Jan. 18MatchupTime (ET)TVLive streamTBD vs. TBD3:00 p.m.TBDTBD, FuboTBD vs. TBD6:30 p.m.TBDTBD, FuboConference championshipsSunday, Jan. 25MatchupTime (ET)TVLive streamAFC championship game3:00 p.m.CBSFubo, Paramount+NFC championship game6:30 p.m.FoxFubo, Fox OneSuper Bowl LXSunday, Feb. 8MatchupTime (ET)TVLive streamTBD vs. TBD6:30 p.m.NBCFubo, Peacock<\/p>\n
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