Broadcast details for January wild-card game remain uncertain

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 1:32 PM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Broadcast details for January wild-card game remain uncertain
Summary

The location and network for the Monday night wild-card game on January 18 are still undetermined. Following a shift in broadcasting rights last year, there's no clear indication if ESPN will continue as the broadcaster for this exclusive playoff matchup. Past partners like Fox, CBS, NBC, Prime Video, and ESPN are all potential candidates, and there is speculation about Netflix possibly entering the fray. The decision is crucial for networks as they vie for broadcasting rights to an appealing playoff game. Fans can expect the game to be televised regardless of the channel.

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  • •January 18 wild-card game broadcast details are unknown.
  • •ESPN's contract for the Monday night game expired last year.
  • •Past partners may compete for broadcasting rights.
  • •Netflix could potentially acquire the game.
  • •All networks involved could air one wild-card game each.
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  • 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — Broadcast home for Monday night wild-card game still isn't known
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As we close in on the 50-percent mark (that's half, for those unfamiliar with the concept of percentages) of the regular season nearly in the can, the playoffs are coming.

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