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Week 18 NFL Playoff Drama: Who's In and Who's Out?

USA, DenverSunday, January 4, 2026
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AFC Chaos

The NFL's final week is here, and the playoff picture is still a mess.

Top Spot Up for Grabs

  • Denver Broncos
  • New England Patriots
  • Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jaguars are the only team that could land anywhere from the No. 1 to No. 7 seed. It's a wild ride, and no one knows where they'll end up.

NFC Drama

Seahawks Secure Top Seed

The Seattle Seahawks have secured the top seed, but the rest is still up in the air.

NFC South Hot Mess

  • Carolina Panthers
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Two teams with losing records are playing to decide who gets the No. 4 seed. It's like a game of musical chairs, and everyone's scrambling to find a spot.

AFC North Showdown

Ravens vs. Steelers

  • Baltimore Ravens
  • Pittsburgh Steelers

The winner takes the division title and the No. 4 seed. It's a high-stakes game, and both teams are bringing their A-game.

AFC West Intrigue

Broncos Favorites

The Denver Broncos are favorites to take the top seed, but the Chargers still have a chance to snag a higher seed.

Bills and Texans in the Mix

  • Buffalo Bills
  • Houston Texans

Their paths are a bit more complicated.

NFC East Battle

Eagles vs. Bears

  • Philadelphia Eagles
  • Chicago Bears

Battling it out for the No. 2 seed. The Eagles have the upper hand, but the Bears are not going down without a fight.

NFC West Snoozefest

Rams and 49ers Locked In

  • Los Angeles Rams
  • San Francisco 49ers

Already locked in, but their seeds depend on the outcome of their final games. It's not the most exciting, but it's still important.

Conclusion

So, who's in and who's out? It's anyone's guess. The final week of the NFL season is always unpredictable, and this year is no exception. Buckle up, because it's going to be a wild ride.

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