Is the Chicago Bears Wild Card Game on Prime Video Tonight?
✦ Edited and fact-checked by Managing Editor Mike Strayer, our editorial lead with over 10 years of experience covering TV and sports.
The Bears vs. Packers Wild Card Weekend game kicks off Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. CT (8:00 p.m. ET).
This NFC North playoff battle will be broadcast nationally by Amazon Prime Video.
That means you can’t watch it on cable or local affiliate channels like ESPN, ABC, or CBS—unless you live in Chicago or parts of Wisconsin (more on that below).
Where can I watch the Bears Wild Card game?
If you don’t have (or want) Prime Video, your options are limited unless you live in the local Chicago or Wisconsin TV markets.
| Platform | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Prime Video | ✔ | Exclusive national broadcaster. Requires an Amazon Prime membership or standalone sub. |
| Local Chicago TV | ✔ | Available on FOX 32 in the Chicago TV market. |
| Local Wisconsin TV | ✔ | Available on NBC 26 in the Green Bay TV market and FOX 6 in the Milwaukee TV market. |
| NFL+ | Mobile only | Livestreaming on mobile phones and tablets only (no casting to TV). |
| Peacock | — | Peacock has the Chargers vs. Patriots game this weekend, not the Bears game. |
| Paramount+ | — | Paramount+ has the Bills vs. Jaguars game this weekend, not the Bears game. |
Quick guide: How to get Prime Video
For most fans outside of Chicago and Wisconsin, Prime Video is the only way to watch this historic playoff rivalry.
- Cost: Included with Amazon Prime ($14.99/mo.) or as a standalone video subscription for $8.99/mo.
- Free trial: 30 Days (available for new subscribers).
- Key feature: Use “X-Ray” during the game to see real-time stats, replays, and player info by pressing up on your remote.
- How to watch: Open the Prime Video app on your Smart TV, Roku, Fire TV, or game console and look for the “NFL” banner on the homepage.
