Updated Jan. 12, 2026, 10:28 p.m. CT
The Chicago Bears will host the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round of the playoffs.The game is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 18, at 5:30 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on NBC.Chicago’s defense will face a tough test against the Rams’ high-powered offense led by Matthew Stafford.Weather could be a factor, with bitterly cold temperatures and potential snow expected in Chicago.
The Chicago Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers, 31-27, once again in comeback fashion in the wild-card round. Now, Chicago advances to the divisional round where they’ll host the No. 5 seed Los Angeles Rams Sunday at Soldier Field.
The NFL has released the full schedule for the divisional playoffs, including time and network, and the Bears will host the Rams on Sunday, Jan. 18 at 5:30 p.m. CT on NBC.
Chicago will face a high-powered Los Angeles offense, led by MVP frontrunner Matthew Stafford. The Bears defense will be tested, and it could be similar to facing the San Francisco 49ers back in Week 17. But Chicago could have weather on its side, as it’s expected to be “bitterly cold” with a high of 20 degrees and a low of 8 degrees, and the windchill is expected to make it feel under 10 degrees. Not to mention, some snow is expected in the afternoon.
Watch the Bears vs. Rams game FREE on PeacockHow to watch Bears vs. RamsDate: Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026Time: 5:30 p.m. CTLocation: Soldier Field (Chicago, Ill.)TV: NBCStream: FuboTV (stream here)Radio: ESPN 1000 (Chicago)Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!
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