What Time Are the Football Playoff Games Today? Full 2025 Schedule

By Sarah Miller · April 30, 2044

The football playoff games today typically start between 12:00 PM ET and 8:00 PM ET, depending on the league, round, and broadcast schedule. For the most accurate and up-to-date kickoff times, check official sources like NFL.com, ESPN, or your local network listings.

When Are Today's Football Playoff Games Scheduled?

Football playoff schedules vary by league, but for the NFL—the most widely followed professional league in the U.S.—playoff games are generally held on weekends during January and early February. Games are commonly scheduled at three primary time slots:

12:05 PM or 12:40 PM ET – Early afternoon games, usually on Saturdays and Sundays
4:40 PM or 4:45 PM ET – Late afternoon matchups
8:00 PM ET – Primetime Sunday or Monday games (in later playoff rounds)

In the wild card and divisional rounds, games span both Saturday and Sunday. The conference championships are held on a single Sunday, with NFC at 3:05 PM ET and AFC at 6:40 PM ET. The Super Bowl is played on a Sunday night at 6:30 PM ET.

NFL Playoff Schedule Structure

Key Rounds and Typical Dates

The NFL playoffs consist of four main rounds following the regular season:

Wild Card Weekend: First weekend in February (e.g., Feb 1–2, 2025)
Divisional Round: Following weekend (Feb 8–9, 2025)
Conference Championships: Third weekend (Feb 15–16, 2025)
Super Bowl: First Sunday in February (Feb 23, 2025)

Today's Game Times and Broadcast Info

If today falls during the NFL playoff window (early to mid-February), here’s how game times are typically distributed:

Game Type	Date	Kickoff Time (ET)	Broadcast Network
Wild Card – AFC	Saturday, Feb 1, 2025	4:30 PM	NBC
Wild Card – NFC	Sunday, Feb 2, 2025	1:05 PM	FOX
Divisional – AFC	Saturday, Feb 8, 2025	8:15 PM	CBS
Divisional – NFC	Sunday, Feb 9, 2025	4:40 PM	FOX
Conference – AFC	Sunday, Feb 16, 2025	6:40 PM	CBS
Conference – NFC	Sunday, Feb 16, 2025	3:05 PM	FOX
Super Bowl LIX	Sunday, Feb 23, 2025	6:30 PM	ABC / ESPN

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The table above reflects the officially projected NFL playoff schedule for the 2024 season (culminating in early 2025). Kickoff times are consistent across years, with primetime games reserved for marquee matchups. Broadcast rights rotate among CBS, FOX, NBC, and ESPN/ABC.

Note that exact dates and times may shift slightly based on team performance and TV contracts, so always verify with real-time sources.

How to Find Live Playoff Game Times

To get the most accurate information on today’s football playoff games:

Visit NFL.com for the official schedule
Check ESPN’s NFL section for live updates and streaming options
Use TV network sites like CBS Sports, NBC Sports, or FOX Sports for broadcast details
Enable alerts via sports apps (Yahoo Sports, NFL Mobile, Google Sports)

Frequently Asked Questions About Football Playoff Game Times

What time do NFL playoff games start today?

NFL playoff games typically start at 12:05 PM, 4:40 PM, or 8:00 PM ET, depending on the day and round. Saturday games often begin at 4:30 PM or 8:15 PM ET, while Sunday games follow the standard early and late afternoon slots.

Are all playoff games played on weekends?

Yes, NFL playoff games are held exclusively on weekends—Saturdays and Sundays—with the exception of potential future scheduling changes. Conference championships and the Super Bowl are always on Sundays.

How many games are played in the NFL playoffs?

There are 13 total games in the NFL playoffs: 6 Wild Card, 4 Divisional Round, 2 Conference Championships, and 1 Super Bowl.

Can I stream today’s football playoff games online?

Yes, you can stream NFL playoff games live via platforms like NFL+ (mobile), ESPN+, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or directly through network apps (CBS, NBC, FOX) if you have a cable login or subscription.

Do playoff game times change after the schedule is released?

Rarely, but flexible scheduling can adjust kickoff times up to 12 days in advance for TV coverage optimization. Fans should confirm game times within the final week.