At a Glance
- The Cleveland Browns upset the Pittsburgh Steelers 13-6, keeping the AFC North alive.
- The Jacksonville Jaguars beat the Indianapolis Colts 23-17, inching toward a division title.
- The New England Patriots completed an 8-0 road record with a 42-10 win over the Jets.
- Why it matters: These outcomes set the stage for Week 18, where the final playoff spots and division titles will be decided.
The final Sunday of the 2025 NFL season delivered a mix of surprise upsets and decisive victories, as teams fought for playoff positioning in the last week of the regular season.
Playoff-Determining Outcomes
The Browns‘ 13-6 victory over the Steelers kept the AFC North race alive.
The Ravens won Saturday night at Lambeau Field, setting up a winner-take-all showdown in Week 18.
The Patriots rolled past the Jets 42-10, completing an 8-0 road record.
- Browns – 13-6 vs. Steelers
- Ravens – victory over Bears (Saturday)
- Patriots – 42-10 vs. Jets
Division and Record Snapshots
| Team | Record | Week 17 Result |
|---|---|---|
| Browns | 10-6 | 13-6 vs. Steelers |
| Jaguars | 12-4 | 23-17 vs. Colts |
| Patriots | 8-0 road | 42-10 vs. Jets |
| Cardinals | 3-13 | 37-14 vs. Bengals |
| Titans | 3-13 | 34-26 vs. Saints |
These results highlight the teams still in contention for playoff spots and the ones that are fading.
Key Takeaways
- The Browns keep the AFC North fight alive with a win over the Steelers.
- The Jaguars edge closer to their first division title since 2022.
- The Patriots finish a perfect road season, a first in franchise history.
The Week 17 outcomes leave several teams scrambling in Week 18, with playoff positions and division titles hanging in the balance.
