The postseason action heats up as the top seeds from each conference take center stage as they begin their journey towards a Super Bowl run.

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NFL NFC Championship action kicks off with the Los Angeles Rams-Seattle Seahawks playoff game Sunday. NFL playoff schedule, time, how to watch and stream.