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In a thrilling encounter between the two leaders of the AFC North, the Baltimore Ravens overcame the Pittsburgh Steelers with authority by a score of 34-17, thus, the Ravens reached a streak of 10-5, tying the Steelers and confirming their presence in the playoffs. The Baltimore Ravens are now in a direct fight to see where they will finish in the American Conference, as they aspire to finish as the third best team or as the seventh best. For their part, the Steelers, who are third, will have to think about victories if they want to maintain this position and also win the championship of their division. You may be interested in: Another win in the bag, the Chiefs won against Texans Cover image: X (@Ravens)

The Los Angeles Chargers secured a critical 34-27 win over the Denver Broncos in their push for the playoffs. With this victory, the Chargers improved to a 9-6 record, surpassing the Broncos in their division and moving from eighth to seventh place in the AFC standings. This win was significant, not just for the comeback effort but also for achieving the NFL’s first “fair catch kick” since 1976. Cameron Dicker completed the rare play with a 57-yard field goal as the third-quarter clock expired. What Is a Fair Catch Kick? The fair catch kick is a rare play, exclusive to the NFL, and occurs after a punt or kickoff return when the receiving team calls for a fair catch. Once the ball’s position is established, the team can either initiate a standard offensive drive or attempt a field goal. In this type of field goal attempt, the defense cannot intervene or block the kick—they must remain at least 10 yards away. This play is rarely seen due to the usual placement of the fair catch, often deep in a team’s own territory, making the distance to the goalposts challenging. Additionally, if the kick is missed, the opposing team gains possession at the spot of the attempt, which carries significant risk. Cover image: X (@Chargers)

The Thursday Night Football of Week 16 will give us a vibrant confrontation, Los Angeles Chargers and Denver Broncos will face each other in a direct battle for a place in the playoffs and as the second best in the AFC West. The Chargers receive this game as third in their division and eighth in the American Conference, being in the last playoff spot, with an 8-6 streak; above them, in second place in the AFC West and seventh in the American Conference, are the Broncos, who with their 9-5 seek to reach fourth place in the conference with a victory and while waiting for the Texans and Ravens to achieve in their games. For all this, the game to start at 7:15 p.m., Mexico Central Time, will be a direct confrontation with an eye on the postseason. You may be interested in: Browns to change quarterback for their next game Cover image: X (@chargers)

The Cleveland Browns are going through a bad moment, with a 3-11 streak in the current season, already eliminated from the competition, now they will try to close the campaign trying to avoid more defeats, that is why coach Kevin Stefanski decided to bench Jameis Winston, quarterback who since Week 8 replaced Deshaun Watson, the Browns’ starting quarterback; now, after his mistakes in the game against the Chiefs, where he suffered from three interceptions, the designated to replace Winston will be Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who will make his appearance this Sunday in the game against the Bengals. You may be interested in: Falcons raised their hand to the playoffs with victory over Raiders Cover image: X (@Browns)

In a very weak game between the Las Vegas Raiders and Atlanta Falcons, the latter got an important victory by 9-15 for the end of the season, where they will try to sneak into the playoffs as the eighth best of the National Conference, something mathematically possible, but depending on several teams, such as the Washington Commanders, current eighth of the National. As for the Raiders, already eliminated, what they have to wait for is the end of this season and most likely they are already thinking about next year. You may be interested in: Vikings crush Bears and head for the Divisional Championship Cover Image: X (@AtlantaFalcons)

The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Chicago Bears 30-12, matching their 12-2 record with the Detroit Lions. Now, the Vikings are in the race for the NFC North Divisional Championship. The Minnesota Vikings delivered a dominant performance at U.S. Bank Stadium, defeating the Chicago Bears 30-12. With this victory, the Vikings have entered the fight for the NFC North Divisional Championship against the Detroit Lions, who, after their loss to the Bills, remain at 12-2, a record now matched by the Vikings. Vikings in control at home Things started well for the Vikings on their home turf, with a field goal and a touchdown following a fumble recovery giving the home team a 10-point lead by the end of the first quarter. In the second 15 minutes, a solo field goal from Minnesota put them up 13-0 at halftime. In the third quarter, the Bears managed to narrow the gap with a field goal, but this slight comeback didn’t last long as the Vikings added another touchdown to lead 20-3 heading into the final period. You may be interested in: 49ers suspend De’Vondre Campbell for refusing to play The Bears’ attempt to close the gap came up short In the final quarter, the Bears tried to cut into the lead with another field goal, but another Vikings touchdown continued to spoil their hopes. A blocked return kick by Chicago offered a glimmer of hope when they converted it into a touchdown, making it 27-12. However, the Bears missed the two-point conversion. After this play, Chicago failed to recover an onside kick, and the Vikings added three more points to secure a 30-12 win.

Abandoned the 49ers’ ship, San Francisco 49ers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell was suspended from the team for three games, due to the player’s refusal to take the field in the game against the Los Angeles Rams. After his decision, Campbell even left the field. For this attitude, the team devised a suspension to punish his “selfish” decision and that the player could not seek activity with another team, this culminated in a three-game suspension, where although the 49ers are not mathematically eliminated yet, these three games may very well be the last for the San Francisco team. For all this, the coach of the 49ers, commented that “his actions in the game are not something you can do to your team or your teammates and still expect to be part of our team”. You may be interested in: Bills defeat Lions in a Super Bowl preview Cover image: nfl.com

In a game featuring a combined total of 90 points, the Buffalo Bills triumphed over the Detroit Lions 48-42 in a matchup between two of the season’s top teams, delivering a spectacular showdown. The Buffalo Bills emerged victorious in an epic clash against the Detroit Lions in a high-scoring affair that ended 48-42. This game gave fans a glimpse of what could be expected in the upcoming Super Bowl, as it showcased a thrilling battle between one of the NFC’s best and one of the AFC’s elite teams. A record-breaking game at Ford Field At Ford Field, the record for the most points scored in a game this season, previously held by the Bills and Rams with 86 points, lasted only a week. With a total of 90 points between the Lions and Bills, this game now holds the season’s top spot for offensive fireworks. Bills dominate early In the first quarter, the Bills established a strong lead with two rushing touchdowns. Despite the Lions narrowing the gap in the second quarter with two passing touchdowns, another score from the Bills kept them ahead 21-14 at halftime. Buffalo extends the lead The second half saw Buffalo gain a significant advantage with two more touchdowns. The Lions, however, kept the game competitive by adding another touchdown, leaving the score at 35-21. A thrilling finish The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth battle. The Bills added three points with a field goal, but the Lions responded with another touchdown, bringing the score to 38-28. Buffalo widened the gap again with a touchdown, only for Detroit to strike back with one of their own. With the Bills leading 45-35, they added another field goal to reach 48 points. The Lions, battling against the clock, managed one final touchdown to end the game at 48-42.

The Detroit Lions and Buffalo Bills, both Super Bowl favorites, face off in a crucial showdown. Led by quarterbacks Jared Goff and Josh Allen, these two high-powered offenses promise an explosive matchup where defensive plays might ultimately decide the outcome. Playoff Contenders Collide As Week 15 action unfolds, the Lions and Bills, both playoff-bound, will battle at Ford Field in what could be the game of the week. This matchup is a statement opportunity for both teams to prove which squad is truly the one to beat on the road to the Super Bowl. Goff vs. Allen: Duel of Elite Quarterbacks The spotlight will be on Jared Goff and Josh Allen, two of the NFL’s best quarterbacks this season. Goff leads a relentless Lions offense that has consistently scored 20 or more points in every game, making it one of the league’s most potent units. On the other side, Allen’s Bills have been equally dominant, frequently putting up 30 to 40 points per game and showcasing their own explosive scoring capability. You may be interested in: Eagles and Steelers clash in Week 15  Defensive Battle Could Be the Difference While both offenses have proven their firepower, the outcome could hinge on the defensive efforts of each team. The Lions have recently allowed their opponents to rack up points, even as their offense has delivered. In contrast, the Bills’ defense has been more reliable, consistently holding opponents to low scores, with only a few exceptions where their wall was breached. This thrilling game will not only highlight two of the league’s best offenses but also test their defensive mettle in a contest that could preview the intensity of playoff football. This must-see encounter will take place at 3:25 p.m., Central Mexico time.