NFL Playoff Schedule 2025: Complete Bracket, TV Dates, and Key Matchup

NFL Playoff Bracket 2025: AFC & NFC Breakdown

The NFL playoffs are finally here, bringing with them unparalleled excitement as teams battle for the ultimate prize: the Super Bowl LVIX trophy. As the postseason begins, fans are gearing up for thrilling matchups, heart-stopping moments, and unforgettable performances. Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 NFL playoff schedule, bracket, and key matchups.

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NFL Playoff Structure

The 2025 playoffs feature the top seven teams from both the AFC and NFC conferences. With division winners securing home-field advantage and three wild-card teams making the cut, the stage is set for an electrifying postseason.

AFC Playoff Bracket

Seed	Team	Record	Status
1	Kansas City Chiefs	14-3	First-round bye
2	Baltimore Ravens	13-4	Divisional Host
3	Jacksonville Jaguars	12-5	Divisional Host
4	Miami Dolphins	11-6	Divisional Host
5	Buffalo Bills	11-6	Wild Card
6	Pittsburgh Steelers	10-7	Wild Card
7	Indianapolis Colts	10-7	Wild Card

NFC Playoff Bracket

Seed	Team	Record	Status
1	San Francisco 49ers	15-2	First-round bye
2	Philadelphia Eagles	14-3	Divisional Host
3	Detroit Lions	12-5	Divisional Host
4	New Orleans Saints	11-6	Divisional Host
5	Dallas Cowboys	12-5	Wild Card
6	Seattle Seahawks	10-7	Wild Card
7	Green Bay Packers	9-8	Wild Card

Key Matchups in the Wild-Card Round

The 2025 wild-card round offers intriguing contests, with teams fighting to stay alive in their Super Bowl journey. Here's a closer look at the matchups:

AFC Wild-Card Matchups	Key Storyline	Prediction
Baltimore Ravens (2) vs. Indianapolis Colts (7)	Lamar Jackson’s dual-threat abilities vs. a resurgent Colts defense.	The Ravens enter as favorites, but the Colts' balanced offense could spring an upset.
Jacksonville Jaguars (3) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (6)	Trevor Lawrence leading a high-powered offense against one of the league's most feared defenses.	Jacksonville’s home-field advantage may prove decisive.
Miami Dolphins (4) vs. Buffalo Bills (5)	Josh Allen vs. Tua Tagovailoa in a clash of contrasting offensive styles.	This divisional rivalry could go down to the wire, with the Bills’ playoff experience giving them an edge.

NFC Wild-Card Matchups	Key Storyline	Prediction
Philadelphia Eagles (2) vs. Green Bay Packers (7)	Jalen Hurts faces a Packers squad that clawed its way into the postseason.	The Eagles' superior roster depth makes them favorites.
Detroit Lions (3) vs. Seattle Seahawks (6)	Can Jared Goff continue his career resurgence against the Seahawks’ young secondary?	Detroit’s dominant season puts them in the driver’s seat.
New Orleans Saints (4) vs. Dallas Cowboys (5)	Dak Prescott leads a star-studded Cowboys team against the Saints’ defense, led by Marshon Lattimore.	Expect a close game, but Dallas’ firepower might tip the scales.

TV Schedule for the NFL Playoffs	Round	Date	Time (ET)	TV Channels
Wild-Card Round		Jan 13-15, 2025	Various	CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, ABC
Divisional Round		Jan 20-21, 2025	Various	CBS, FOX, NBC
Conference Finals		Jan 28, 2025	3:00 PM & 6:30 PM	FOX, CBS
Super Bowl LVIX		Feb 9, 2025	6:30 PM	NBC

Super Bowl LVIX: Road to Glory	Details
Date	Feb 9, 2025
Location	Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada
Special Events	Halftime performances and pre-game festivities
AFC Favorites	Kansas City Chiefs: Led by Patrick Mahomes, with a high-octane offense.
	Baltimore Ravens: With Lamar Jackson, their dynamic offense and strong defense are key.
NFC Favorites	San Francisco 49ers: Dominant on both sides of the ball with the league's best record.
	Philadelphia Eagles: Built for deep playoff runs with Jalen Hurts at the helm.

What Makes the NFL Playoffs Special?

The NFL playoffs are a culmination of months of preparation, grit, and determination. Each game carries immense stakes, with every player giving their all to etch their name in history. The unpredictable nature of the playoffs, combined with star-studded matchups, makes this time of year unparalleled for football fans.

The 2025 NFL playoffs are set to deliver unforgettable moments as teams battle for the coveted Super Bowl LVIX title. From the wild-card round to the grand finale in Las Vegas, fans are in for a treat with electrifying matchups and legendary performances.