Packers-Bears Game Aired on Amazon Saturday Night

The NFL’s decision to schedule the Packers-Bears wild-card playoff game on Amazon Prime Video Saturday night surprised fans expecting a Sunday slot. Sports media writer Jeff Agrest explained that the NFL opted for Amazon to strengthen its partnership, despite NBC lobbying for the game. The Eagles-49ers will play at 3:30 p.m. Sunday on Fox, while the Chargers-Patriots will air at 7 p.m. on NBC. This marks the NFL’s continued integration of streaming into its playoff broadcasts.

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