The NFC and AFC representatives for the 2024 NFL Playoffs have been established, setting the stage for a battle for the Lombardi Trophy, scheduled to take place on February 9 at the Caesar's Superdome in Las Vegas. With aspirations of securing a historic victory as Super Bowl champions, the teams will first face off in the Wild Card round. This preview outlines the anticipated matchups and broadcast details for fans eager to witness the action.

The Wild Card round is slated for January 11, 12, and 13, with subsequent rounds following on January 18, 19, and culminating in the Conference Championship on January 26. Super Bowl LIX will occur shortly thereafter on February 9. Matchups for the Wild Card round include the (5) Los Angeles Chargers visiting the (4) Houston Texans on Saturday, January 11 at 4:30 p.m. ET on CBS, followed by the (6) Pittsburgh Steelers at the (3) Baltimore Ravens at 8 p.m. ET on Prime Video. Sunday’s games feature the (7) Denver Broncos at the (2) Buffalo Bills at 1 p.m. ET on CBS, the (7) Green Bay Packers at the (2) Philadelphia Eagles at 4:30 p.m. ET on Fox, and the (6) Washington Commanders at the (3) Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. The final matchup involves the (5) Minnesota Vikings or (5) Detroit Lions facing the (4) Los Angeles Rams at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, January 13, broadcast on ESPN/ABC, with a ManningCast option available on ESPN2.

The Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers began their 2024 campaigns with a vibrant contest in Brazil during Week 1, where the Eagles secured a narrow 34-29 victory. Notably, Saquon Barkley made a significant impact during this game, carrying the ball 24 times for 109 yards, alongside two rushing touchdowns and a receiving score. Barkley fueled a rushing attack that led the league with an impressive average of 187.3 yards per game and managed to surpass 2,000 rushing yards throughout the season. Although he seemed poised to challenge Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record, head coach Nick Sirianni chose to rest him in Week 18 to preserve his health for the playoffs. Additionally, the Packers faced a tense moment when franchise quarterback Jordan Love left the field during the opening game. However, Love made a timely return in Week 4, steering Green Bay back into postseason contention. While the Packers' offensive performance has been less explosive than in previous years, their defense has proven instrumental in ensuring that three teams from the NFC North are competing for the Lombardi Trophy. With the Eagles currently boasting the top-ranked defense in the NFL, Green Bay’s success in the playoffs may hinge on their ability to contain the run game and compel quarterback Jalen Hurts to rely on his passing skills. Ranked eighth against the run, the Packers have a favorable opportunity to execute this game plan. Ultimately, the performance of the Packers’ offense against a formidable defense will be critical in determining their chances to achieve a significant upset and reshape the playoff landscape.