Texans, Steelers and AFC Playoffs
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Only one of the seven seeds has been determined in the NFC playoff picture. The Green Bay Packers will have the conference's No. 7 seed. Six matchups of the conference's eight matchups this weekend could play a role in determining the seeding in the NFC side of the playoff bracket. Here is how the seeding would look with each result, via NFL Plus:
The Steelers need just one more win to clinch a postseason berth. Here's a look at their playoff picture and chances of winning the AFC North.
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Broncos playoff picture: Updated NFL scenarios for Denver to clinch AFC No. 1 seed
The Broncos clinched the AFC West with the Chargers' loss to the Houston Texans in Week 17, which opened up another advantage for Denver. Because the Chargers can't win the division, they are resting Justin Herbert and other key starters in a game that remains pivotal for the Broncos.
Houston Texans playoff scenarios: Everything from the No. 2 seed in the AFC to out of the postseason
The Texans could be the No. 1 seed in the AFC, but they could also be out of the playoffs. The last two games of the regular season matter A LOT!
The Ravens started slow in 2025 but are still in the playoff hunt. Here's a look at their playoff scenarios entering Week 16.
How the Patriots can get AFC No. 1 seed, first-round bye in Week 18 playoff scenarios originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The New England Patriots are already AFC East Division champions.