At a Glance
- Week 18 features four division titles on the line.
- Key matchups include Panthers vs Buccaneers and Ravens vs Steelers.
- Standings moves: Chicago locked NFC North, Houston clinched a postseason berth, Baltimore kept AFC North hopes alive.
- Why it matters: The outcomes will decide division champions, top seeds, and playoff berths.
The final week of the NFL regular season is here, and every game could swing a division title or a playoff spot. With four division titles up for grabs, the Week 18 slate is packed with high-stakes matchups.
Week 18 Matchups
Saturday’s doubleheader pits the Panthers (8-8) against the Buccaneers (7-9) in the NFC South, followed by the 49ers (12-4) hosting the Seahawks (13-3) for the NFC West crown. Sunday afternoon sees six early-window games and seven late-window games, including the Chargers (11-5) at the Broncos (13-3), the Lions (8-8) at the Bears (11-5), and the Colts (8-8) at the Texans (11-5). Sunday night’s classic rivalry has the Ravens (8-8) visiting the Steelers (9-7) for the AFC North.
- Panthers vs Buccaneers – NFC South title
- 49ers vs Seahawks – NFC West title
- Chargers vs Broncos – AFC West title
- Lions vs Bears – NFC North title
- Colts vs Texans – AFC South title
- Ravens vs Steelers – AFC North title
Standings Impact
Chicago has locked the NFC North despite a loss to the 49ers, while Houston has secured another postseason berth. Baltimore’s decisive win over Pittsburgh keeps its AFC North hopes alive.
| Division | Contenders |
|---|---|
| NFC North | Chicago (locked) |
| NFC South | Panthers vs Buccaneers |
| NFC West | 49ers vs Seahawks |
| AFC North | Ravens vs Steelers |
Key Takeaways
- Four division titles are on the line in Week 18.
- Standings moves give Chicago, Houston, and Baltimore a boost.
- The results will shape the top seeds and playoff lineup.
With every game carrying playoff weight, Week 18 promises drama and decisive outcomes that will shape the NFL’s postseason landscape.
