In Week 16 of the NFL, over half of the 14 playoff spots were confirmed. In the NFC, the Seahawks, Eagles, Bears, and 49ers secured their positions, while in the AFC, the Patriots clinched a spot and, following the Colts’ loss, the Jaguars, Chargers, and Bills also secured playoff berths. The Broncos maintain the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and the Seahawks and 49ers are positioned for the top seeds in the NFC.
Current Standings:
AFC Playoff Teams:
- Broncos (12-3)
- Patriots (12-3)
- Jaguars (11-4)
- Steelers (9-6)
- Chargers (11-4)
- Bills (11-4)
- Texans (10-5)
NFC Playoff Teams:
- Seahawks (12-3)
- Bears (11-4)
- Eagles (10-5)
- Panthers (8-7)
- 49ers (11-4)
- Rams (11-4)
- Packers (9-5-1)
The Bears moved into the playoffs after their victory and the Lions’ loss to the Steelers. The Panthers secured the NFC South title, and they will face Tampa Bay again in a decisive matchup in Week 18.
Playoff Matchups:
AFC:
- (1) Broncos have a bye
- (2) Patriots vs. (7) Texans
- (3) Jaguars vs. (6) Bills
- (4) Steelers vs. (5) Chargers
NFC:
- (1) Seahawks have a bye
- (2) Bears vs. (7) Packers
- (3) Eagles vs. (6) Rams
- (4) Panthers vs. (5) 49ers
Upcoming playoff rounds are scheduled from January 10 to February 8.
