Rams vs. Panthers NFC Wild Card Round Live Score, Updates: Carolina Eyes Upset

The 2025 NFL playoffs begin on Saturday afternoon with the Carolina Panthers (8-9) hosting the Los Angeles Rams (12-5).

For the Rams, quarterback Matthew Stafford (NFL-high 4,707 passing yards and 46 passing touchdowns) and wide receiver Puka Nacua (NFL-high 129 receptions for 1,715 yards and 10 touchdowns) headline an offense that's first in the NFL in total yards and points.

Meanwhile, the Panthers, who are making their first playoff appearance in eight years, are led by quarterback Bryce Young — who posted a career high in passing yards (3,011), passing touchdowns (23), passer rating (87.8) and completion percentage (63.6%) — and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan, who led rookies with 1,014 receiving yards.

Here are the top moments from the game, along with live coverage from FOX Sports' NFL Reporter Eric D. Williams.

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