The 2025 NFL season is underway! With only six weeks remaining in the regular season, the fight for the playoffs and the road to Super Bowl LX intensifies. Standout teams are consolidating, while others are surprising. The competition for wild card spots becomes more fierce. Which teams have the best chances of making the playoffs? Which ones still need to strive to achieve it? We analyze the playoff projections for both conferences. Most recent update: November 25th.
AFC Analysis
The Chiefs could have saved their season with an overtime win against the Colts. After a losing streak in close games, they finally achieved victory. On the other hand, the Texans’ defense shone with eight sacks in their Thursday night matchup against the Bills, keeping them in the playoff hunt and raising questions for the Bills. The Ravens and Steelers lead the AFC North, both with a 6-5 record. Baltimore has transformed its defense and is on a five-game winning streak. The next game will be a crucial test for their defensive unit against the Bengals.NFC Analysis
The Rams are positioned as the team to beat in the NFC. They defeated the Buccaneers in week 12. The Eagles could be an obstacle for the Rams, as they hold the tiebreaker after an exciting encounter in week 3. The 49ers secured a crucial victory over the Panthers on “Monday Night Football”, staying in the playoff race. The Panthers, on the other hand, saw their chances diminish. The Giants, after their overtime loss to the Lions, were eliminated.NFL Playoffs Schedule
- January 10-12, 2026: Wild Card Round
- January 17-18: Divisional Round
- January 25: AFC and NFC Conference Championships
- February 8: Super Bowl LX (in Santa Clara, California)
