NFL Playoff Picture 2025: Updated AFC and NFC standings, bracket, tiebreakers for Week 13

The Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs, both No. 1 seeds from last season, suffered losses on Thanksgiving, impacting their playoff hopes. In the AFC, the New England Patriots lead with a 10-2 record, followed by the Denver Broncos (9-2), Indianapolis Colts (8-3), and Baltimore Ravens (6-5). The Chargers, Jaguars, and Bills hold the wild card spots, all at 7-4. The Pittsburgh Steelers, Houston Texans, and Chiefs are just outside the playoff positions.

In the NFC, the Los Angeles Rams lead with a 9-2 record, followed by the Philadelphia Eagles (8-3), Chicago Bears (8-3), and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-5). The Seahawks, Packers, and 49ers occupy the wild card spots. The Lions, Cowboys, and Panthers are in close pursuit for playoff contention. The losses by the Lions and Chiefs highlight the competitive nature of the playoff race as teams aim to secure