- Broncos 27, Commanders 26 (OT): Denver survived a close game with a clutch defensive stop on a 2-point conversion in overtime. This win is Denver's 9th straight, solidifying their position as AFC West leaders and making them strong favorites for a top playoff seed. Washington falls further behind in the playoff race [14][5].
- Panthers 31, Rams 28: Carolina upset the NFC top-seeded Rams with a strong running game and late defensive stops. This puts Carolina in a better position for a wildcard spot while pushing the Rams' top seed lead in NFC into jeopardy [15][2].
- Chargers 31, Raiders 14: Chargers dominated with a powerful run game and solid quarterback play. This keeps Chargers as serious AFC West contenders behind Denver, whereas Raiders' playoff hopes dim with only 2 wins this season [15][5].
- Packers 31, Lions 24: Green Bay made a statement with a balanced offensive attack and solid defense. This win keeps the Packers in the NFC wildcard mix with a winning record [6][7].
- Cowboys 31, Chiefs 28: Dallas held off Kansas City in a close contest. The Cowboys strengthen their playoff chances in the NFC East, while Chiefs' injury issues hurt their AFC playoff hopes [6][8].
- Bills 26, Steelers 7: Buffalo showed strength as a top AFC seed contender, extending their winning streak while keeping pressure on the Patriots for the AFC East crown [8][9].
- Jets 27, Falcons 24: Jets scored a walk-off field goal to snap a losing streak and keep faint playoff hopes alive, but the Falcons' chances are fading further [5][3].
These results tighten playoff races in both conferences. Denver and Buffalo look poised for top seeds; the Chargers and Panthers are fighting for wildcard positions.
Teams like the Raiders, Falcons, Commanders, and Titans are falling out of contention as the regular season approaches its final stretch. For the latest detailed standings and playoff projection updates, official NFL and sports sites provide dynamic tools [1][16][8].
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