How to watch Rams vs. Bears in the NFL online for free

TL;DR: Live stream Rams vs. Bears for free on TVNZ+. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Chicago Bears mounted an exciting comeback against Green Bay in the Wild Card Round, marking their first NFL playoffs win in 16 years. Now they face tough competition from the Los Angeles Rams, who sneaked past the Panthers last weekend.

This is also the Bears' first winning season since 2019, so it could be their year in the playoffs — it feels like a story to follow as we head into the Divisional Round. The Rams have posted just one more win than the Bears, making them a fairly even match on paper. But we know anything can happen in the playoffs. And whoever wins this will meet the San Francisco 49ers or Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game.

If you want to watch Rams vs. Bears in the NFL playoffs for free from anywhere in the world, here's all the information you need.

When is Rams vs. Bears?

Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears takes place at 6.30 p.m. ET on Jan. 18. This fixture will be played at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.

How to watch Rams vs. Bears for free

Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears in the NFL is available to live stream for free on TVNZ+.

TVNZ+ is geo-restricted to New Zealand, but you can access this free streaming platform from anywhere by using a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in New Zealand, allowing you to unblock TVNZ+ from anywhere in the world. Access free live streams of the NFL by following these simple steps:

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2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location with free coverage of the NFL

4. Register with TVNZ+

5. Watch the NFL for free from anywhere in the world

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