London, December 08, 2025
Three crucial NFL games in the final weeks are set to determine division champions and playoff positions in the AFC West, NFC North, and AFC South, with top teams battling closely in the 2025 NFL season.
AFC West Division Race
The Denver Broncos currently lead the AFC West with an 11-2 record, holding the division’s strongest position. The Los Angeles Chargers remain competitive at 8-4, undefeated in home division games (4-0), which gives them a strategic advantage if they face the Broncos later in the season. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Chiefs, sitting at 6-7, face must-win scenarios to maintain playoff hopes. The remaining games between these teams will be decisive for the division title and playoff seeding, especially given the Broncos’ current winning streak and the Chargers’ strong home divisional record.
NFC North Contention
In the NFC North, the Green Bay Packers lead with a 9-3-1 record but hold only a one-game advantage over the Chicago Bears, who stand at 9-4. The Detroit Lions remain within striking distance at 8-5. This tight cluster creates a highly competitive final stretch. The division battle has intensified in the absence of Aaron Rodgers, which has contributed to the open field for title contention. Remaining head-to-head matchups among these three teams will likely determine the eventual division champion.
AFC South Competition
The AFC South sees a tie at the top between the Houston Texans and the Indianapolis Colts, each holding an 8-5 record. Traditionally strong contenders like the Tennessee Titans have been outpaced this season, leaving the Texans and Colts to vie for supremacy. Their upcoming matchups against each other and other divisional opponents will be pivotal in deciding which team secures the division crown and the automatic playoff berth.
Playoff Implications and Outlook
These key divisional games effectively function as de facto playoff contests. Each outcome will impact home-field advantage and automatic playoff entries. The Broncos’ and Chargers’ battle is critical not just for division leadership but for playoff seeding in the AFC. In the NFC, the Packers, Bears, and Lions will fight to secure the division title in a rare multi-contender scenario. The AFC South’s competitive balance between Texans and Colts adds further intrigue as the regular season concludes.
Following the unfolding results of these matchups will be essential for understanding the final playoff landscape in the NFL’s 2025 season. Official league sources will provide up-to-date schedules and game outcomes as the decisive weeks progress.