Here's looking at the 14 teams that would be in the playoffs if the 2025 NFL season ended after Week 16, from top seeds to final wild cards in both conferences.

x − 2. Chicago Bears (11-4), NFC North leaders: A remarkable overtime win against Green Bay in Week 16 helped them clinch a playoff berth − cemented by Detroit's loss Sunday. Chicago is also still in play for the NFC's No. 1 seed and will win the division with one more win or Packers loss. Remaining schedule: at 49ers, vs. Lions

How did the Jaguars' upset of the Broncos shake up the AFC postseason picture? Which teams have the best odds to catch the Seahawks in the NFC? Ali Bhanpuri breaks down the 2025 NFL playoff race using the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model.

The Patriots have clinched a playoff berth and have two very winnable games ahead: they visit the Jets in Week 16 and host the Dolphins in Week 17. If they win out, they would clinch the AFC East title, with a terrific chance at the No. 1 seed and first round bye.

Format, how 14 teams qualify, seeding, matchups, bye weeks, and path to Super Bowl. Breakdown for 2025-26 season.