Towards the end of every season, the NFL spoils its fans with Saturday games, often crucial matchups.
This Saturday is no different, as both games hold significant playoff implications for the NFC.
To begin, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will host the Carolina Panthers in a must-win game. The stakes could not be higher, and the winner of this NFC South duel not only could capture the division but also claim the final playoff spot in the NFC.
However, with the Atlanta Falcons winning in Week 18, there is a chance the Bucs win Saturday and still miss the playoffs. For this to happen, the Falcons would need to win on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. This simultaneously means that the Panthers can lose on Saturday and still win the NFC South.
The Seattle Seahawks then follow this extraordinary game by traveling to Santa Clara to take on the San Francisco 49ers. Although both teams are locked into a playoff spot, this game is essentially a battle for the NFC's No. 1 overall seed.
AllSportsPeople has everything you need to know about the Buccaneers-Panthers and 49ers-Seahawks matchups, including kickoff times and broadcast details.
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What time are the NFL games today?
Saturday, Jan. 3
- Buccaneers vs. Panthers: 4:30 p.m. ET
- 49ers vs. Seahawks: 8:00 p.m. ET
Saturday's NFL slate kicks off at 4:30 p.m. ET as the Bucs host the Panthers, followed by the 49ers vs. Seahawks at 8 p.m. ET.
How to watch NFL games in Week 18
- TV channels: ABC | ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
Saturday's doubleheader between the Buccaneers-Panthers and 49ers-Seahawks will be broadcast nationally on ESPN or ABC. Viewers can stream the games live with Fubo, which offers a free trial, so you can try before you buy.
NFL Week 18 radio stations for Saturday doubleheader
- Buccaneers vs. Panthers: SiriusXM channels 225 (Bucs) and 226 (Panthers)
- 49ers vs. Seahawks: SiriusXM channels 225 (49ers) and 226 (Seahawks)
You can listen to Saturday's doubleheader on SiriusXM. For team-specific broadcasts tune into channels 225 (Bucs) and 226. Followed by channels 225 (49ers) and 226 (Seahawks)
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