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NFL playoff simulation update: Broncos No. 1 AFC seed, Packers NFC North favorites
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Updating our Week 16 playoff coverage: SportsLine simulations of the NFL's final three weeks project the Denver Broncos as AFC top seed and Green Bay Packers as NFC North winners. Building on current clinchers (Rams, Broncos) and nine potential Week 16 berths, tight races persist amid key remaining schedules.
The final week of the NFL regular season arrives with significant uncertainty, as four divisions remain unclinched and only one playoff seed is locked in. Two spots in the postseason are still available, setting the stage for dramatic outcomes across both conferences. Key matchups on Saturday and Sunday will determine champions, top seeds, and wild-card positioning.
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Only the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Rams have secured playoff berths through 15 weeks of the 2025 NFL season. Week 16 offers clinching opportunities for nine additional teams across both conferences. Scenarios depend on wins, losses, and ties in key matchups.
The Green Bay Packers suffered a stunning 16-13 home loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, compounded by fears that tight end Tucker Kraft sustained a torn ACL during the game. Kraft was carted off in the third quarter with a knee injury, leaving the Packers without one of their top performers. Coach Matt LaFleur described the injury as not looking good, with further tests pending.