How the 2025 NFL playoffs are going today and which teams are already in the postseason: AFC and NFC results

The 2024-2025 NFL season is in its decisive moment, with the playoffs just around the corner. So far, 12 teams have secured their spot in the postseason, while two tickets are still up for grabs: one in the American Football Conference (AFC) and one in the National Football Conference (NFC).

Qualified teams so far
American Football Conference (AFC):
Kansas City Chiefs (15-1): AFC West champions and top seed. They secured a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.
Buffalo Bills (13-3): AFC East champions, with an attack led by Josh Allen that is at its best.
Houston Texans (9-7): AFC South champions, achieving their second consecutive title despite an irregular season.
Baltimore Ravens (11-5): Qualified as a wild card, they are still competing with the Steelers for the AFC North title.
Pittsburgh Steelers (10-6): Clinched a wild-card spot and look to consolidate their playoff performance.
Los Angeles Chargers (10-6): Earned a wild-card spot after a resounding victory over the Patriots.
In contention:
The seventh AFC berth is contested by the Denver Broncos, the Miami Dolphins, and the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Broncos need to win their next game against the Chiefs, who could use backups since they have clinched first place in the AFC.
The Dolphins must beat the Jets and hope the Broncos lose.
The Bengals need to win and both Denver and Miami lose.
NFC:
Philadelphia Eagles (14-2): Dominate the NFC East and are the favorites to reach the Super Bowl.
San Francisco 49ers (13-3): NFC West champions with an imposing defense.
Detroit Lions (12-4): NFC North Champions, confirming their resurgence as contenders.
New Orleans Saints (10-6): NFC South Champions after a close divisional fight.
Dallas Cowboys (11-5): Secured a wild card spot with explosive play on both lines.
Minnesota Vikings (10-6): Qualified as a wild card, they closed the season strong.
In Dispute:
The last NFC ticket is disputed by the Seattle Seahawks, the Green Bay Packers, and the Atlanta Falcons.

Next Steps
Week 18 will be decisive in defining the last playoff qualifiers. This Sunday, January 5, there will be high-voltage games that will determine the final scenario.

With the teams ready to give it their all, the NFL playoffs promise to be an exciting fight towards the 2025 Super Bowl, where only one will lift the Vince Lombardi trophy. The intensity is guaranteed!