How to watch Rams vs Panthers Wild Card game: TV channel, Streaming options, kickoff time

The Los Angeles Rams (12-5) travel to Charlotte to take on the Carolina Panthers (8-9) in a compelling NFC Wild Card showdown where the winner advances to the Divisional Round. This high-stakes elimination game presents a study in contrasts. The Rams, making their third consecutive playoff appearance, field the league's #1 scoring offense (30.5 points per game).

They face a Panthers team that has ended an eight-year postseason drought by winning the NFC South, becoming just the fifth team in NFL history to win a division with a losing record.

When these teams met in November 2025, Carolina secured a narrow 31-28 victory. For the rematch, the Rams’ offense expects a significant boost with the anticipated return of star wide receiver Davante Adams from a hamstring injury. The Panthers’ defense, meanwhile, is slated to have top cornerback Jaycee Horn back in the lineup after he missed the previous encounter. The game is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, January 10, at 4:30 PM ET. It will be broadcast nationally on FOX.

Game information: Los Angeles Rams at Carolina Panthers

Row	Information
Date	Saturday, January 10, 2026
Time (ET and PT)	4:30 PM ET / 1:30 PM PT
TV (Primary Network)	FOX
Stream	FOX One ($19.99/month), YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, Sling Blue, DirecTV Stream
League streaming:	NFL+ (mobile only, US), DAZN (NFL Game Pass – outside the US)
Radio	Los Angeles Rams: KSPN 710 AM, 93.1 JACK FM, KWKW 1330 AM (Spanish) Carolina Panthers: WRFX 99.7 The FOX
Coverage	National broadcast.

How to watch Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers for free

Some NFL games are available free-to-air on official international broadcasters. For the 2025–26 NFL playoffs, fans in Australia and New Zealand can watch every postseason game live and free.

7plus (Australia) streams all NFL playoff games, including the Wild Card Round, Divisional Round, Conference Championships, and the Super Bowl, at no cost
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This includes the Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers Wild Card matchup.

Game	Free platform	Date
Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers	7plus (Free), TVNZ+	January 10, 2026
Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears	7plus, TVNZ+	January 10, 2026
San Francisco 49ers vs Philadelphia Eagles	7plus, TVNZ+	January 11, 2026
Los Angeles Chargers vs New England Patriots	7plus, TVNZ+	January 11, 2026
Buffalo Bills vs Jacksonville Jaguars	7plus, TVNZ+	January 11, 2026
Houston Texans vs Pittsburgh Steelers	7plus, TVNZ+	January 12, 2026

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Where to watch Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers

The NFC Wild Card matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Carolina Panthers will be broadcast nationally on FOX. Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 4:30 PM. ET. National pregame coverage begins with Fox NFL Kickoff at 11:00 a.m. ET, followed by Fox NFL Sunday at 12:00 PM ET. As a national broadcast, the game will be available on local FOX affiliate stations in all US markets.

Home-market affiliates

Viewers in the Los Angeles market can watch the game on the local FOX affiliate, KTTV (FOX 11). The local kickoff time will be 1:30 PM PT. Rams fans can tune into KTTV for the national pregame shows leading up to the game. The broadcast will feature Joe Davis handling play-by-play duties with Greg Olsen as the color analyst.

In the Carolina market, the game will be available on the local FOX affiliate, Queen City News (WJZY). The local kickoff time in Charlotte is 4:30 PM ET. Panthers fans can watch the national pregame coverage on WJZY before the game begins. The broadcast team consists of play-by-play announcer Joe Davis and analyst Greg Olsen.

Fans have several ways to watch their local FOX affiliate. The game will be streamed on FOX One, the network's direct-to-consumer streaming service, which costs $19.99 per month. Because this is a national broadcast, the stream is available to all subscribers regardless of location. Viewers in the local Los Angeles and Charlotte markets can also watch for free using an over-the-air (OTA) antenna. Additionally, viewers with an existing pay-TV subscription can often authenticate with their provider credentials to watch the live stream via the FOX Sports app or website using TV Everywhere services.

How to listen to Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers on a radio

Los Angeles Rams Radio stations

The flagship station for the Los Angeles Rams is ESPNLA 710 AM (KSPN), with 93.1 JACK FM (KCBS-FM) serving as the official FM partner, simulcasting all regular season games. The English-language broadcast features J.B. Long for play-by-play, Maurice Jones-Drew as the color analyst, and D'Marco Farr reporting from the sideline. You can listen to the local call for free over the air on these stations.
The official Spanish-language home of the Rams is KWKW 1330 AM (Tu Liga Radio). The broadcast team includes Troy Santiago on play-by-play and Ricardo Lopez as the color analyst. This broadcast is available for free over the air.
You can stream the local English broadcast online through various platforms, but live game audio is geo-restricted to the Los Angeles market. The stream for ESPNLA 710 AM is available for free on iHeartRadio and TuneIn, while 93.1 JACK FM streams for free on the Audacy app, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn. The Spanish broadcast on KWKW 1330 AM is available via its Listen Live player and on TuneIn, though game audio is likely geo-restricted.
The official Los Angeles Rams app provides live game audio, but it is subject to in-market restrictions based on NFL rules, typically available only to fans within the greater Los Angeles area. The app is a free download for iOS and Android.

Carolina Panthers Radio stations

The flagship station for the Carolina Panthers is WRFX 99.7 The FOX, which heads the Carolina Panthers Radio Network. The broadcast team includes Anish Shroff on play-by-play, alongside analysts Jim Szoke and various Panthers Legends. Listening over the air is free. Game day coverage includes a three-hour pregame show and a two-hour postgame show.
The Carolina Panthers Spanish Radio Network features Jaime Moreno on play-by-play and Antonio Ramos as the color analyst. In Charlotte, the broadcast can be heard on WXNC 97.3 FM / 1060 AM and WGSP 102.3 FM. The Spanish audio stream is also available globally for free on Panthers.com.
You can stream the free live broadcast from WRFX 99.7 The FOX online via iHeartRadio and TuneIn. However, live NFL game audio is likely geo-restricted to the Charlotte market. Audacy availability is not confirmed.
The official Carolina Panthers app also provides access to the live radio broadcast. This feature is subject to NFL geo-restriction rules and is generally limited to fans within the team's home market. The app is a free download for iOS and Android.

National and digital options

SiriusXM offers live play-by-play for every NFL game, including the home and away feeds for the Rams vs. Panthers matchup. The service also provides dedicated 24/7 talk on NFL Radio (Channel 88). Subscriptions that include live NFL games start at $12.99/month for a streaming-only plan or $17.99/month for a plan that includes both in-car and app access, though promotional rates may apply.
NFL+ provides live audio for every NFL game nationwide, with access to home, away, and national calls. An NFL+ subscription costs $6.99/month, while NFL+ Premium is $14.99/month. This service allows you to listen on any supported device without local blackouts for audio. Live game audio is available in the United States only.

How to watch Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers without cable

Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers (Wild Card Round)

Watching the Rams vs Panthers Wild Card game is simple for cord-cutters, as the game will be broadcast on FOX. Live TV streaming services provide a great alternative to traditional cable by bundling local channels, including your area's FOX affiliate, into their packages. These services allow you to stream the game live on your TV, computer, or mobile device.

Live TV streaming services

YouTube TV – for $82.99 per month, you get access to FOX in both the Los Angeles and Carolina markets. New users can often find promotional deals, such as a 21-day free trial and a reduced price of $59.99 per month for the first two months. The service includes unlimited cloud DVR storage.
Hulu + Live TV – starting at $89.99 per month, this service includes local FOX stations in most areas, including Los Angeles and major Carolina markets. All plans come bundled with Disney+ and ESPN Select and feature unlimited cloud DVR.
FuboTV – the Pro plan costs $84.99 per month and offers FOX in Los Angeles and throughout the Carolinas. FuboTV is known for its extensive sports coverage but notably lacks Turner networks like TNT and TBS. A Regional Sports Network (RSN) fee may apply depending on your location.
Sling TV – the Sling Blue plan, at $45.99 per month, includes FOX in select markets, including Los Angeles. Availability in Carolina can vary, so you should verify your ZIP code on their website. Sling TV is a budget-friendly option, but local channel access is more limited than its competitors.
DirecTV Stream – the Choice package, starting around $94.99 per month, includes local FOX affiliates in Los Angeles and across North and South Carolina. This service is a strong choice for sports fans as it includes many Regional Sports Networks. Additional fees for RSNs may apply.

Stream on network and league apps

You can also stream the game directly through network-specific apps. These services offer a more focused and often cheaper way to get the game, but they come with narrower access and clear limitations compared to a full streaming bundle.

FOX One – for FOX-broadcast games, the FOX One streaming service allows you to watch your local FOX station live. A subscription costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year, and a 7-day free trial is available. It is a direct way to get the game without any other channels.
NFL+ – the official streaming service of the league, NFL+, allows you to stream live local and primetime games, including this one on FOX. A key limitation is that live games are only available on phones and tablets, not on a TV. The base plan costs $6.99 per month, while NFL+ Premium is $14.99 per month and adds features like game replays and NFL RedZone.

How to watch Los Angeles Rams vs Carolina Panthers on cable or satellite

Watching the Rams vs. Panthers game on cable or satellite is a straightforward way to access the live broadcast on FOX. Your local FOX affiliate is typically included in all standard channel packages, though the specific channel number will vary depending on your location and provider. Below are details on what major cable and satellite companies offer.

Xfinity includes your local FOX affiliate in all its TV packages, including Choice TV, Popular TV, and Ultimate TV. Plans start at approximately $25-$35/month for over 10 channels. Higher-tier plans like Popular TV (125+ channels) and Ultimate TV (185+ channels) provide access to other key NFL channels like ESPN and NFL Network. Prices vary by region and are often lower when bundled with internet services, but be aware of equipment rental and regional sports fees.
Spectrum offers the FOX broadcast in its primary cable packages, TV Select Signature and TV Select Plus. These plans start at around $100/month for the first year and include over 150 channels, along with other sports networks. Note that Spectrum’s lower-cost TV Stream package may not include local broadcast channels. Channel availability can differ based on your service area, and prices typically increase after the initial 12-month promotional period.
DirecTV guarantees access to local channels, including FOX, in all its packages nationwide. The entry-level ENTERTAINMENT package starts at $89.99/month for over 90 channels. For more comprehensive NFL coverage, including NFL Network and regional sports networks, the CHOICE package (125+ channels) is a popular option. DirecTV plans typically require a 24-month agreement and may include additional fees for equipment and regional sports.
Dish includes local channels like FOX in all of its "America's Top" packages. The America's Top 120 plan starts around $89.99/month and offers over 190 channels. To get NFL Network, you will need to upgrade to the America's Top 120+ package or higher. Dish plans usually require a two-year contract, and advertised prices often reflect promotional deals that may not include taxes or equipment fees.
Verizon Fios includes FOX in all its packages, such as Your Fios TV, More Fios TV, and The Most Fios TV. Plans start at approximately $79/month for over 125 channels, with the popular More Fios TV plan offering over 300 channels, including regional sports networks. Verizon’s fiber-optic service availability is concentrated in specific states, and packages may have additional router rental or setup fees.
Cox includes FOX in all its Contour TV packages. The Contour TV Starter plan provides over 75 channels for about $71/month. For more sports channels like ESPN and FS1, the Contour TV Preferred plan offers over 140 channels. While Cox plans generally do not require a long-term contract, be mindful of potential broadcast and regional sports surcharges that can add to the monthly bill.

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