Ravens and Chiefs Secure Key Wins as NFL Playoff Picture Takes Shape

Baltimore takes control of the AFC North while Kansas City locks up the top seed, with Week 17 delivering pivotal outcomes across the league.

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Houston Texans 31-2, moving one win away from clinching the AFC North and solidifying their position as a strong AFC playoff contender.
The Kansas City Chiefs secured the AFC's No. 1 seed with a 29-10 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, ensuring a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the playoffs.
The Seattle Seahawks edged the Chicago Bears 6-3, keeping their NFC West title hopes alive but needing a win against the Rams and additional help to stay in contention.
The playoff race in the NFC remains tight, with the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings competing for the top seed, while the Rams and Seahawks could face a winner-take-all showdown for the NFC West in Week 18.
In the AFC wild card race, the Chargers and Broncos are on the verge of clinching playoff spots, while the Colts, Dolphins, and Bengals need wins and additional losses by rivals to stay in contention.