The Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched the last two playoff berths, setting the stage for an exciting Wild Card weekend scheduled for Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.
Broncos Dominate Chiefs to Secure AFC Spot
Needing a win to advance, the Broncos overwhelmed the Kansas City Chiefs with a decisive 38-0 victory. The Chiefs, already assured of the AFC’s top seed, rested their starters, allowing Denver to crush the postseason hopes of both the Bengals and Dolphins.
Buccaneers Stage Comeback Against Saints
Similarly, the Buccaneers needed a victory to make the playoffs. After trailing for three quarters, Tampa Bay rallied in the fourth, defeating the New Orleans Saints 27-19 to seal their spot. This eliminated the Atlanta Falcons, who had been hoping for a Bucs loss to sneak into the postseason.
Playoff Matchups Set
AFC Wild Card Games
Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos, Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans. Chiefs hold the AFC’s top seed and have a bye
NFC Wild Card Games
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers, Washington Commanders vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams. Lions hold the NFC’s top seed and have a bye.
Wild Card Schedule (Central Time)
Saturday, January 11
Texans vs. Chargers: 3:30 PM
Ravens vs. Steelers: 7:00 PM
Sunday, January 12
Bills vs. Broncos: 12:00 PM
Eagles vs. Packers: 3:30 PM
Buccaneers vs. Commanders: 7:00 PM
Monday, January 13
Rams vs. Vikings: 7:00 PM
