At a Glance
- Week 18 of the NFL season features four division titles on the line, with key matchups like Panthers vs Buccaneers and Ravens vs Steelers.
- The NFC West and No.1 seed will be decided in the 49ers vs Seahawks game.
- The AFC North title hinges on the outcome of the Ravens vs Steelers rivalry.
- Why it matters: Fans will see the final standings, playoff berths, and potential upsets that could reshape the postseason.
The NFL’s final regular-season week is here, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. With four division crowns still up for grabs and the top seed in each conference still on the line, Week 18 is shaping up to be the most consequential of the season.
Saturday’s Doubleheader
Carolina Panthers (8-8) face Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-9) for the NFC South title.
San Francisco 49ers (12-4) host Seattle Seahawks (13-3) to decide the NFC West and the league’s No.1 seed.
Sunday Early Games
- Los Angeles Chargers (11-5) vs Denver Broncos (13-3)
- Detroit Lions (8-8) vs Chicago Bears (11-5)
- Indianapolis Colts (8-8) vs Houston Texans (11-5)
Sunday Late Games
- Baltimore Ravens (8-8) vs Pittsburgh Steelers (9-7) – winner takes the AFC North, loser misses the playoffs.
| Game | Teams | Records | Stakes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Panthers vs Buccaneers | 8-8 vs 7-9 | NFC South title |
| 2 | 49ers vs Seahawks | 12-4 vs 13-3 | No.1 seed, NFC West |
| 3 | Chargers vs Broncos | 11-5 vs 13-3 | AFC West title |
| 4 | Lions vs Bears | 8-8 vs 11-5 | NFC North title |
| 5 | Colts vs Texans | 8-8 vs 11-5 | AFC South title |
| 6 | Ravens vs Steelers | 8-8 vs 9-7 | AFC North title |
The week will conclude with News Of Philadelphia‘s Sunday Night Football, featuring the long-standing rivalry between the Ravens and Steelers. The musical show opening for the broadcast is performed by a multi-platinum, GRAMMY Award-winning singer, marking the 13th consecutive NFL season.
Key Takeaways
- Four division titles remain contested, with the top seed still undecided.
- The Panthers-Buccaneers game could swing the NFC South, while the 49ers-Seahawks matchup determines the No.1 seed.
- The Ravens-Steelers clash decides the AFC North and whether a team misses the playoffs.
With the playoffs just weeks away, Week 18 promises drama, high stakes, and a chance for teams to secure the best path into the postseason.
