Where to watch NFL Divisional Playoffs today on CBS, Fox, NBC

The NFL Divisional Playoffs just wrapped up with stunning upsets and gripping overtimes across CBS, Fox, and NBC. Two top seeds dominated, but surprises kept fans glued through Sunday. Now all eyes turn to the Conference Championship showdowns airing next Sunday on CBS and Fox.

Where to Watch Conference Championship Games Next Sunday

The Conference Championship games air Sunday, January 25 on two major networks. In the AFC, the Broncos host the Patriots at 3 p.m. ET on CBS with streaming on Paramount+. In the NFC, the Seahawks welcome the Rams at 6:30 p.m. ET on Fox, with Fubo offering a free trial for streaming access. You can also stream via NFL+ and ESPN+.

The Broncos survived a back-and-forth thriller against Buffalo in overtime on Saturday, with Josh Allen throwing two interceptions in the high-pressure moment. Denver’s defense forced five turnovers total in that 33-30 victory. However, Broncos QB Bo Nix suffered a season-ending ankle injury late in the game, leaving backup Jarrett Stidham to prepare for the big stage.

How the Final Four Earned Their Spots

Saturday’s Seahawks completely dominated the 49ers, 41-6 in a blowout performance that silenced San Francisco’s high-powered offense. Kenneth Walker rushed for 116 yards and three touchdowns, while Seattle’s defense forced three turnovers and limited the 49ers to zero points in the second half.

Sunday brought equally dramatic results. The Patriots’ defense stole the show, forcing five turnovers in a 28-16 victory over Houston. In the most explosive finish of the weekend, Caleb Williams threw a miraculous 14-yard touchdown pass on fourth down with under 30 seconds remaining, forcing the Rams-Bears game into overtime. The Rams ultimately prevailed, 20-17, with Harrison Mevis kicking the game-winning field goal.

“The Rams are now headed to the NFC Championship game for the first time since 2021, a season that ended with them winning the Super Bowl.”

— CBS Sports, 2026 NFL Playoff Coverage

Historic Rematches Set for Championship Sunday

The Broncos-Patriots matchup marks their third AFC Championship meeting in 13 years. Denver won both previous contests in their own stadium and will have home-field advantage at Mile High. Meanwhile, the Seahawks and Rams have already met twice this season, splitting their regular-season games with each team winning on the road. This will be their third battle in just five weeks, with playoff intensity ramped to maximum.

The Patriots’ last Conference Championship appearance came in 2018, when Tom Brady and Bill Belichick were still leading the franchise. For New England to reach the Super Bowl at Levi’s Stadium, they’ll need to upset the top-seeded Broncos and their suffocating defense that forced multiple turnovers in every playoff game.

Can Stidham and the Broncos Overcome the Bo Nix Loss?

The biggest storyline heading into next Sunday involves Denver’s quarterback situation. With Bo Nix out for the season due to a fractured ankle, the Broncos must turn to backup Jarrett Stidham for a championship-or-bust game. The Patriots have a history of beating backup quarterbacks in playoffs, but Stidham will have elite weaponry and the league’s best defense supporting him at altitude. This unpredictable factor could swing either way when the two franchises collide on CBS.

Sources

• CBS Sports – Comprehensive 2026 NFL playoff schedule and divisional round results
• USA Today – Divisional round bracket update and conference championship preview
• NFL Operations – Official playoff schedule and game results verification

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