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Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers: NFL Wild Card Game Streams Exclusively on Amazon Prime<\/h2>\n

January 4, 2026 \u2013 NFL fans preparing for Wild Card Weekend need to know that the NFC North showdown between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers will be available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The game, set for Saturday, January 10, 2026<\/strong>, will kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET<\/strong> at Soldier Field<\/strong> in Chicago. This marks a continued push by the NFL to expand digital streaming options, joining other recent partnerships with platforms like Netflix and Peacock.<\/p>\n

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Bears Secure No. 2 Seed<\/h3>\n

Despite a loss to the Detroit Lions<\/strong> on Sunday, the Chicago Bears retained the No. 2 seed in the NFC<\/strong> after the Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Washington Commanders. This playoff positioning sets up a classic divisional clash with their longtime rivals, the Green Bay Packers. Fans should note that the Bears and Packers have not faced each other in the NFL Playoffs since the 2010 NFC Championship Game<\/strong>, adding historical significance to this matchup.<\/p>\n

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How to Watch the Game<\/h3>\n

Unlike traditional broadcasts on CBS, FOX, or NBC, this game will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video<\/strong>. Viewers will need an active Amazon Prime subscription<\/strong> to watch live, as there will be no linear TV broadcast for this matchup<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This move reflects the NFL\u2019s increasing strategy to diversify its media offerings, bringing high-stakes games to streaming platforms while exploring new ways to reach younger and digitally-focused audiences.<\/p>\n

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Wild Card Weekend Schedule<\/h3>\n

The 2026 NFL Wild Card Weekend kicks off on Saturday, January 10<\/strong>, and continues through Monday, January 12<\/strong>. Key matchups include:<\/p>\n

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    Saturday, Jan. 10:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      Carolina Panthers vs. Los Angeles Rams<\/strong>, 4:30 p.m. ET \u2013 FOX Sports<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers<\/strong>, 7:30 p.m. ET \u2013 Amazon Prime Video (exclusive)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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      Sunday, Jan. 11:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Buffalo Bills<\/strong>, 1:00 p.m. ET \u2013 CBS \/ Paramount<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Philadelphia Eagles vs. San Francisco 49ers<\/strong>, 4:30 p.m. ET \u2013 FOX Sports<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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        Monday, Jan. 12:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          Final Wild Card game of the weekend<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Fans should check streaming access ahead of time to avoid missing any live action, especially given Amazon Prime\u2019s exclusive coverage for the Bears-Packers game.<\/p>\n

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          Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n
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            Game:<\/strong> Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Date & Time:<\/strong> Saturday, Jan. 10, 7:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Location:<\/strong> Soldier Field, Chicago<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Broadcast:<\/strong> Exclusive on Amazon Prime Video<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Significance:<\/strong> First playoff meeting since 2010; Bears hold the No. 2 NFC seed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            As streaming becomes a bigger part of the NFL experience, viewers will want to ensure they have their Amazon Prime subscriptions active<\/strong> to catch this high-stakes NFC North clash live.<\/p>\n

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            NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has referenced the importance of streaming platforms<\/span>(Image: Getty)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

            With emphasis shifting to streaming platforms, Goodell was asked about the future of sports broadcasting at Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. “This year showed that our fans are on these platforms,” he said.<\/p>\n

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            “For us, it’s part of the future. We have to fish where the fish are… It reduced our average viewer age by 10 years.”<\/p>\n

            However, Goodell dismissed any possibility that the Super Bowl would be removed from linear TV during his tenure. “Certainly not in my time, at least,” he said.<\/p>\n

            The Packers and the Bears last met in Week 16, as Chicago secured a stunning comeback win with a 22-16 overtime victory at Soldier Field. However, the Packers had won their previous six games in Chicago.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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