The short answer is no. If you’re checking the guide for the Green Bay Packers game on TV today, January 18, 2026, you won’t find it.
Honestly, it’s a tough pill to swallow for the Green Bay faithful. Today is Divisional Round Sunday, one of the best days on the NFL calendar, but the Packers are watching from home. They were eliminated from the postseason exactly eight days ago.
It feels weird, doesn't it? Usually, January in Green Bay means freezing temperatures and playoff hopes, but the 2025-26 season hit a wall at Soldier Field.
Why isn't the Packers game on today?
Green Bay’s season officially ended on Saturday, January 10, 2026. They entered the Wild Card round as the No. 7 seed—the lowest possible spot—and had to travel to face their oldest rivals, the No. 2 seeded Chicago Bears.
It was a classic "black and blue" division battle. The Packers kept it close, but Caleb Williams and the Bears defense were just a bit too much in the fourth quarter. The final score was 31-27, Chicago.
Because the Packers lost that game, they were knocked out of the bracket. Today’s Divisional Round schedule features the teams that survived the Wild Card weekend.
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What games are actually on TV today?
Even though the Packers aren't playing, there is plenty of football to keep you occupied. Since today is Sunday, January 18, 2026, the NFL has two massive Divisional Round matchups scheduled across the major networks.
- Houston Texans vs. New England Patriots: This AFC showdown kicks off at 3:00 p.m. ET. You can catch this one on ESPN and ABC.
- Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears: This is the game Packers fans might find hardest to watch. The Bears, having beaten Green Bay last week, are hosting the Rams at 6:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.
Basically, if you were hoping to see Jordan Love lead a comeback today, you'll have to settle for watching the Bears try to advance to the NFC Championship instead.
The path that led here
You’ve gotta look back at the regular season to understand why the Packers were in such a precarious position to begin with. It was a rollercoaster.
Green Bay finished the regular season with a 9-7-1 record. That tie—a wild 40-40 deadlock against the Dallas Cowboys back in Week 4—actually ended up being a saving grace. Without that half-win, they might have missed the playoffs entirely.
The end of the season was particularly brutal. They went on a three-game losing streak to close out the year, including a disappointing 16-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18. That slide dropped them to the No. 7 seed, forcing them into that difficult road game in Chicago.
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Nuance matters here: many experts, like Wes Hodkiewicz over at Packers.com, noted that the team was incredibly young. While the talent is there, the consistency just wasn't. They showed flashes of brilliance, like the 35-25 win over the Steelers in October, but they couldn't sustain it when the weather turned cold.
Looking ahead to the 2026 season
Since the Packers aren't on TV today, the front office is already pivoting to next year. We actually already know who they’ll be playing in 2026.
Because of the NFL’s rotation, the NFC North is matched up with the NFC South and the AFC East next season. That means the Packers will be facing some heavy hitters.
2026 Home Opponents:
- Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings (the usual suspects).
- New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons.
- Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins.
- The Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans (due to their second-place finish in the NFC North).
2026 Road Opponents:
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- Detroit, Chicago, and Minnesota.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers.
- New England Patriots and New York Jets.
- The Los Angeles Rams.
It’s a grueling schedule. Traveling to MetLife Stadium and Foxborough in the same year is never easy.
How to follow the Packers this offseason
Just because there’s no game today doesn't mean the news stops. The NFL Draft is the next big milestone. With the season over, the Packers' draft position is locked in at pick No. 19.
Fans should keep an eye on the defensive secondary. During the loss to Chicago, it became pretty clear that while the pass rush is solid, the back end of the defense struggled with explosive plays. Free agency starts in March, and that’s where General Manager Brian Gutekunst usually makes his "quiet" moves that end up defining the roster.
If you’re looking for a silver lining, it’s Jordan Love. Despite the Wild Card exit, Love finished the season with over 4,000 yards passing. He’s the guy. The window is wide open; they just need to figure out how to finish games in December and January.
For now, grab a drink, turn on the Texans-Patriots game, and start counting down the days until training camp in July.
Check the official Packers website or the NFL app for updates on roster changes and the full 2026 schedule release, which typically happens in mid-May. Keep an eye on local Green Bay affiliates like WLUK-TV (FOX 11) for exclusive player interviews during the exit meetings this week.