Nine of 14 postseason berths in the NFL are already accounted for, with two weeks to go in the regular season. Still, in a season defined by parity, the last wild-card spots are wide open. Plus, a few divisions remain up for grabs in the season’s final weeks. Using insights from SI Tickets’ postseason reservations, here’s a look at the major story lines after a busy Week 16 leading into the penultimate week of the regular season.
Everything’s turning up Packers
Even after a 4–8 start, the Packers still have everything to play for. Three straight wins, plus some help from around the NFC, have given the Pack a very clear path to the playoffs. It won’t be easy, but if the Packers can win out, all they’ll need is one loss by the Commanders to clinch a playoff spot.
