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Week 17 NFL Games That Could Shake Up the Playoffs
USAFriday, December 26, 2025
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AFC Race
Houston Texans
- Playoff Berth: Win or tie this week, or Colts loss/tie.
- AFC South Title: Win + Jaguars loss secures division title.
Los Angeles Chargers
- Playoff Spot: Clinched, but need a win to stay in AFC West race.
- AFC West Title: Win sets up winner-take-all game vs. Denver Broncos.
Baltimore Ravens
- AFC North Race: Need a win + Steelers loss to Cleveland Browns.
- Division Decider: Ravens vs. Steelers if Browns win.
Jacksonville Jaguars
- Hot Streak: Win vs. Colts + Texans loss/tie clinches AFC South.
- Top Seed: Still in contention for top seed in AFC.
Indianapolis Colts
- Tough Spot: 1% chance to make playoffs.
- Path: Win last two games + Texans lose both.
NFC Race
Green Bay Packers
- NFC North Title: Need a win; loss/tie + Bears win knocks them out.
- QB Health: Jordan Love's status crucial in final two weeks.
Seattle Seahawks
- NFC West & Top Seed: In driver's seat, can clinch No. 1 seed this weekend.
- Boost Chances: Win this week improves seeding.
Carolina Panthers
- NFC South Title: Win + Buccaneers loss/tie clinches it.
- Winner-Take-All: Face Bucs next week if needed.
Chicago Bears
- NFC North Title: Win this week or hope Packers lose.
- Top Seed: Still in contention for top seed in NFC.
San Francisco 49ers
- Playoff Push: Win vs. Bears boosts NFC West and top seed chances.
- Seeding: Need at least one more win to improve seeding.
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