The NFL is set for an exciting Week 17, featuring a doubleheader on Saturday that holds significant playoff implications for all four teams involved. The action begins with the Los Angeles Chargers welcoming the Houston Texans, followed by the Baltimore Ravens visiting the Green Bay Packers later in the evening.
Both the Chargers and Ravens are vying for important playoff positions. The Chargers need a victory to maintain hope for the AFC West title as they currently sit two games behind the Denver Broncos, whom they will face in Week 18. The Texans, holding onto a precarious playoff spot, will look to exploit their formidable defense to secure a crucial win.
Meanwhile, the Ravens are not yet out of the AFC North race; their Week 18 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers could end up deciding the division champion. As for the Packers, they face an increasing struggle to remain in the playoff picture due to injuries, including the significant setback of Micah Parsons.
Fans can catch the action as follows:
– **Chargers vs. Texans**: Kickoff at 4:30 p.m. ET, broadcast on NFL Network and available for streaming on Fubo.
– **Packers vs. Ravens**: Kickoff at 8:00 p.m. ET, available exclusively for streaming on Peacock, rather than traditional broadcast television.
For those who prefer to listen, the games will also be aired on SiriusXM, with the Chargers-Texans matchup on channels 225 and 226, and the Packers-Ravens game on channels 225 and 227.
With high stakes and playoff hopes on the line, Saturday’s NFL doubleheader promises to deliver thrilling football action for fans across the country.