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Watch Guide: Buffs In The NFL Playoffs

January 10, 2026 | Football

BOULDER -- Several former Colorado Buffaloes are set to take part in the opening weekend of the NFL Playoffs, with CU representation spread across multiple matchups—and more waiting in the wings.

Saturday, 2:30 p.m. MT - Los Angeles Rams vs. Carolina Panthers

Colorado is well represented on both sidelines in Saturday's early game.
  • Rams: Linebacker Nate Landman and defensive back Ahkello Witherspoon
  • Panthers: Rookie wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr.
Landman and Witherspoon are part of a Rams defense aiming to slow a Carolina offense featuring Horn, who has carved out a role in his first NFL season.

Saturday, 6 p.m. MT - Green Bay Packers vs. Chicago Bears

Wide receiver Will Sheppard and the Packers take the field in prime time as Green Bay looks to advance in the postseason.

Sunday, 11 a.m. MT - Buffalo Bills vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jaguars feature multiple former Buffs on their roster:
  • Travis Hunter (injured)
  • Defensive back Cam'Ron Silmon-Craig
  • Linebacker BJ Green II
While Hunter is sidelined, Silmon-Craig and Green remain key contributors as Jacksonville faces a high-powered Buffalo squad.

On Bye

The Seattle Seahawks are also part of the playoff field and will be idle this weekend. Tight end Brady Russell and Seattle will await their opponent in the next round.
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