NFL Playoff Bracket Picture 2025-26 and AFC, NFC Standings Ahead of Week 18 SNF
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Key Points:
- The Seattle Seahawks secured the NFC's No. 1 seed with a win over the San Francisco 49ers, while the Carolina Panthers clinched the NFC South and the final playoff spot in the NFC thanks to the Atlanta Falcons' victory over the Saints.
- In the AFC, the Denver Broncos earned the No. 1 seed by defeating the Los Angeles Chargers, who rested key starters, allowing the Broncos to lock the top seed; the New England Patriots secured the No. 2 seed after a dominant win over the Dolphins.
- The Jacksonville Jaguars clinched the AFC South and the No. 3 seed with a commanding win over the Tennessee Titans, while the Houston Texans and Buffalo Bills locked down the No. 5 and No.
