The Falcons (8-8) are clinging to their slim playoff hopes as they prepare to face the Carolina Panthers (4-12). While a win alone won’t secure a postseason berth, it’s a crucial step toward claiming the NFC South crown.
Despite being eliminated from playoff contention weeks ago, the Panthers have continued to display resilience, offering glimpses of hope for the future.
However, their momentum took a significant hit in Week 17, as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers delivered a dominant performance. Now, Carolina has the opportunity to play spoiler and finish their season on a positive note.
For Atlanta, a missed field goal in the final moments of regulation and a hard-fought overtime loss have left their playoff aspirations hanging by a thread.
The Falcons no longer control their destiny and will need both a victory over the Panthers and a helping hand from the Saints to pull off an upset. It promises to be a nail-biting finish for a team hoping to extend its season.
The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch Falcons vs. Panthers.
Where to watch Falcons vs. Panthers
- TV channel: CBS (U.S.) | TSN3 (Canada)
- Live stream: Fubo (U.S.), Paramount+ (U.S.) | DAZN (Canada)
Fans can watch Falcons vs. Panthers live on CBS in the United States, with Ian Eagle (play-by-by), Charles Davis (color analyst) and Evan Washburn (sideline reporter) on the game call.
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Falcons vs. Panthers start time
- Date: Sunday, Jan. 5
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
Falcons vs. Panthers kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 5 at 1 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Falcons vs. Panthers radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM channels 225, 380
Fans can listen to Falcons vs. Panthers live on SiriusXM channels 225 (Falcons broadcast) and 380 (Panthers broadcast).
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Falcons 2024 schedule
Here are the Falcons’ regular season games:
| Date | Opponent | Result/Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep. 8 | Steelers | L, 18-10 |
| Sep. 16 | at Eagles | W, 22-21 |
| Sep. 22 | Chiefs | L, 22-17 |
| Sep. 29 | Saints | W, 26-24 |
| Oct. 3 | Buccaneers | W, 36-30 (OT) |
| Oct. 13 | at Panthers | W, 38-20 |
| Oct. 20 | Seahawks | L, 34-14 |
| Oct. 27 | at Buccaneers | W, 31-26 |
| Nov. 3 | Cowboys | W, 27-21 |
| Nov. 10 | at Saints | L, 20-17 |
| Nov. 17 | at Broncos | L, 38-6 |
| Dec. 1 | Chargers | L, 17-13 |
| Dec. 8 | at Vikings | L, 42-21 |
| Dec. 16 | at Raiders | W, 15-9 |
| Dec. 22 | Giants | W, 34-7 |
| Dec. 29 | at Commanders | L, 30-24 (OT) |
| Jan. 5 | Panthers | 1:00 p.m. |
Panthers 2024 schedule
Here are the Panthers’ regular season games:
| Date | Opponent | Result/Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep. 8 | at Saints | L, 47-10 |
| Sep. 15 | vs Chargers | L, 26-3 |
| Sep. 22 | at Raiders | W, 36-22 |
| Sep. 29 | vs Bengals | L, 34-24 |
| Oct. 6 | at Bears | L, 36-10 |
| Oct. 13 | vs Falcons | L, 38-20 |
| Oct. 20 | at Commanders | L, 40-7 |
| Oct. 27 | at Broncos | L, 28-14 |
| Nov. 3 | vs Saints | W, 23-22 |
| Nov. 10 | vs Giants | W, 20-17 (OT) |
| Nov. 17 | BYE | |
| Nov. 24 | vs Chiefs | L, 30-27 |
| Dec. 1 | vs Buccaneers | L, 26-23 (OT) |
| Dec. 8 | at Eagles | L, 22-16 |
| Dec. 15 | vs Cowboys | L, 30-14 |
| Dec. 22 | vs Cardinals | W, 36-30 (OT) |
| Dec. 29 | at Buccaneers | L, 48-14 |
| Jan. 5 | at Falcons | 1:00 p.m. |
NFL schedule Week 18
Here is a complete look at the NFL’s Week 18 schedule, with games slated for Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday, Jan. 4
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Ravens vs. Browns | 4:30 p.m. | ESPN, ABC |
| Steelers vs. Bengals | 8 p.m. | ESPN, ABC |
Sunday, Jan. 5
| Game | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|
| Falcons vs. Panthers | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Cowboys vs. Commanders | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Packers vs. Bears | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Colts vs. Jaguars | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Eagles vs. Giants | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Buccaneers vs. Saints | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Titans vs. Texans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Cardinals vs. 49ers | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Broncos vs. Chiefs | 4:25 p.m. | CBS |
| Raiders vs. Chargers | 4:25 p.m. | CBS |
| Rams vs. Seahawks | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Jets vs. Dolphins | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Lions vs. Vikings | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
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