BIZARRE: 12 | Mind Blowing Facts

Playoff Contenders Sparking NFL Betting News Cycles

Late in the NFL season, the league doesn’t just narrow heading toward the playoffs, it sharpens dramatically.

inkl · Jan 2

NFL Week 18 Picks From the MMQB Staff: Ravens and Steelers Battle for Playoff Berth

Our writers and editors pick winners in all 16 games, including matchups with major postseason implications.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 1

NFL Playoff-Clinching Scenarios for Week 18 and What’s At Stake

Denver, New England and Jacksonville can still capture home-field advantage in the AFC, while the Seahawks and 49ers can do the same in the NFC.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 1

Broncos ‘Ugly’ Shirts for Winning AFC West Left Sean Payton, Players Perplexed

The Broncos won their division for the first time in a decade.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 30, 2025

Chargers Announce Major Decision on Justin Herbert, Starters Ahead of Week 18

Los Angeles’s decision looms large for the Broncos’ shot at the AFC’s No. 1 seed.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 29, 2025

Controversial Call Late in Texans’ Win vs. Chargers Had Huge NFL Playoff Implications

One play altered four teams' fates.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 28, 2025

Ravens vs. Packers: Three Bold Predictions for Saturday Night’s NFL Action

Can the Ravens stave off postseason elimination for another day with a win at Lambeau Field this weekend?

Sports Illustrated · Dec 27, 2025

Texans vs. Chargers: Three Bold Predictions for Saturday’s AFC Matchup in L.A.

This one has plenty of playoff implications woven into it.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 27, 2025

Patrick Mahomes Shares Joyous Christmas Photo in Leg Brace After ACL Surgery

The Chiefs quarterback looked happy spending quality time with his family.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 26, 2025

Five best games in Week 17 of NFL season

The five best games in Week 17 of the NFL season. The games take place on Saturday and Sunday this weekend.

The Sports Daily · Dec 25, 2025