It’s been a long 2025 NFL season so far with twists, turns, shocking injuries, surprising contenders and disappointing years from preseason favorites. As we come off another intriguing week of action across the league and approach the end of the season,

NFL Week 16 lived up to the hype as pressure was put onto the teams looking to make the playoffs. Several games came down to the wire and a couple went into overtime.

4. Carolina Panthers (8-7), NFC South leaders: Their defeat of the Bucs on Sunday moved them into first place. They can win the division next week with a win and Tampa Bay loss. A Week 18 defeat of the Buccaneers would also do the job regardless of circumstances. Remaining schedule: vs. Seahawks, at Buccaneers

The NFL playoff race continues in Week 16. Follow this live experience for today's coverage from The Athletic's writers.

There's a new player at No. 1 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings. Plus, who sparks a major shakeup in the second tier of passers? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season.

NFL issues Week 16 punishment for Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith during a play in the win over the New York Giants.

After Caleb Williams' throw, Amon-Ra St. Brown's push-off and K'Lavon Chaisson's punch-out, the NFL’s playoff field is coming into focus.

With the Washington State season officially over, all eyes turn to the NFL level with Coug alumni taking the field each week. With all the week's games now conc