Shocking Upsets and Heart-Stopping Moments: You Won't Believe Which NFL Teams Made the Playoffs!

The NFL’s wild-card round is nearing its conclusion, with just one game left to play. On Monday night, the Houston Texans will face off against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh at 8 p.m. ET, broadcast live on ESPN and ABC. This matchup will determine the final team advancing in the playoffs. Following the completion of this game, the stage will be set for the divisional round, which promises to bring exciting matchups for football fans.

In a surprising twist, the San Francisco 49ers upset the Philadelphia Eagles, securing their spot in the NFC divisional round. With the wild-card round results filtering in, the playoff picture is becoming clearer. Here’s a breakdown of the current playoff fields for both conferences:

NFC Playoff Field

1. Seattle Seahawks (14-3)
2. Chicago Bears (11-6)
3. Philadelphia Eagles (11-6)
4. Carolina Panthers (8-9)
5. Los Angeles Rams (12-5)
6. San Francisco 49ers (12-5)
7. Green Bay Packers (9-7-1)

AFC Playoff Field

1. Denver Broncos (14-3)
2. New England Patriots (14-3)
3. Jacksonville Jaguars (13-4)
4. Pittsburgh Steelers (9-7)
5. Houston Texans (12-5)
6. Buffalo Bills (12-5)
7. Los Angeles Chargers (11-6)

As the playoffs unfold, teams are not only competing for glory but also for a chance to secure a spot in the Super Bowl. The wild-card round showcased some thrilling contests. For instance, on Saturday, January 10, the Los Angeles Rams narrowly defeated the Carolina Panthers 34-31, while the Chicago Bears edged out the Green Bay Packers with a score of 31-27.

On Sunday, January 11, the action continued as the Buffalo Bills triumphed over the Jacksonville Jaguars by a close score of 27-24. The 49ers pulled off the upset against the Eagles, winning 23-19, and the New England Patriots decisively defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 16-3.

Looking ahead to the divisional round, the matchups are as follows:

Saturday, January 17:
6. Buffalo Bills at No. 1 Denver Broncos
6. San Francisco 49ers at 1. Seattle Seahawks

Sunday, January 18:
5. Los Angeles Rams at 2. Chicago Bears
5. Houston Texans/4. Pittsburgh Steelers at 2. New England Patriots

This playoff season has already provided drama and excitement, with teams fighting for a chance at the coveted championship. As the NFL playoffs progress, fans eagerly anticipate which teams will rise to the challenge and advance closer to the Super Bowl. With the final wild-card match set for Monday night, the intensity will only build as teams prepare for the next round of competition.