The NFL Playoffs are finally here and the excitement is through the roof! With teams vying for the coveted Super Bowl trophy, this is the moment football fans have been waiting for.
The journey to Super Bowl LIX promises to be full of surprises, intense matchups, and memorable moments.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 NFL Playoffs, including the schedule, TV broadcast details, the current standings and more.
2025 NFL Playoffs Schedule
The playoffs will begin shortly after the regular season ends.
- Wild Card Round: January 11–12, 2025
- Divisional Round: January 18–19, 2025
- Conference Championships: January 26, 2025
- Super Bowl LIX: February 9, 2025
Below is the complete schedule:
| DATE | MATCHUP | TIME (ET) | TV Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jan 11, 2025 | AFC/NFC Wild-Card Round: TBA at TBA | 1:00 PM | CBS or FOX |
| Sat, Jan 11, 2025 | AFC/NFC Wild-Card Round: TBA at TBA | 4:30 PM | NBC/Peacock |
| Sat, Jan 11, 2025 | AFC/NFC Wild-Card Round: TBA at TBA | 8:00 PM | Peacock |
| Sun, Jan 12, 2025 | AFC/NFC Wild-Card Round: TBA at TBA | 4:30 PM | CBS or FOX |
| Sun, Jan 12, 2025 | AFC/NFC Wild-Card Round: TBA at TBA | 8:15 PM | NBC |
| Mon, Jan 13, 2025 | AFC/NFC Wild-Card Round: TBA at TBA | 8:15 PM | ESPN/ABC |
| Sat, Jan 18, 2025 | AFC/NFC Divisional Round: TBA at TBA | 4:30 PM | TBA |
| Sat, Jan 18, 2025 | AFC/NFC Divisional Round: TBA at TBA | 8:15 PM | TBA |
| Sun, Jan 19, 2025 | AFC/NFC Divisional Round: TBA at TBA | 3:00 PM | TBA |
| Sun, Jan 19, 2025 | AFC/NFC Divisional Round: TBA at TBA | 6:30 PM | TBA |
| Sun, Jan 26, 2025 | NFC Championship Game: NFC at NFC | 3:00 PM | FOX |
| Sun, Jan 26, 2025 | AFC Championship Game: AFC at AFC | 6:30 PM | CBS |
| Sun, Feb 9, 2025 | Super Bowl LIX: AFC Champ vs. NFC Champ | 6:30 PM | FOX |
Where to Watch the NFL Playoffs?
You can catch the NFL Playoffs on major networks. Here’s where to tune in:
- Wild Card and Divisional Rounds: CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN and PRIME VIDEO
- Conference Championships: FOX and CBS
- Super Bowl LIX: FOX
For streaming, platforms like NFL+, FuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV will provide live coverage, ensuring you don’t miss a single play.
Current NFL Playoff Standings
The playoff race is heating up, with teams fighting hard to secure their spots. Here’s how things look so far:
AFC Playoff Picture
- Division Leaders:
- Kansas City Chiefs (15-1) – Clinched AFC West and No. 1 seed
- Buffalo Bills (12-3) – Clinched AFC East
- Baltimore Ravens (11-5) – AFC North leaders, clinched playoff berth
- Houston Texans (9-7) – Clinched AFC South
- Wild Card Race:
5. Pittsburgh Steelers (10-6) – Clinched playoff berth
6. Los Angeles Chargers (9-6)
7. Denver Broncos (9-6)
NFC Playoff Picture
- Division Leaders:
- Detroit Lions (13-2) – NFC North leaders, clinched playoff berth
- Philadelphia Eagles (12-3) – NFC East leaders, clinched playoff berth
- Los Angeles Rams (9-6) – NFC West leaders
- Atlanta Falcons (8-7) – NFC South leaders
- Wild Card Race:
5. Minnesota Vikings (13-2) – Clinched playoff berth
6. Green Bay Packers (11-4) – Clinched playoff berth
7. Washington Commanders (10-5)
2025 NFL Playoff Bracket
Here’s what the playoff bracket looks like:
AFC Bracket:
- Kansas City Chiefs (1st seed) – Bye
- Buffalo Bills (2nd seed) vs. Denver Broncos (7th seed)
- Baltimore Ravens (3rd seed) vs. Los Angeles Chargers (6th seed)
- Houston Texans (4th seed) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (5th seed)
NFC Bracket:
- Detroit Lions (1st seed) – Bye
- Philadelphia Eagles (2nd seed) vs. Washington Commanders (7th seed)
- Los Angeles Rams (3rd seed) vs. Green Bay Packers (6th seed)
- Atlanta Falcons (4th seed) vs. Minnesota Vikings (5th seed)
Winners from each matchup will advance to the Divisional Round, followed by the Conference Championships.
What Is the NFL Playoff Format?
The 2025 NFL Playoffs include 14 teams, divided equally between the AFC and NFC:
- Division Winners: Four teams from each conference qualify by winning their division.
- Wild Card Teams: Three additional teams from each conference qualify based on the best win-loss records.
- Top Seed Advantage: The No. 1 seed in each conference gets a bye during the Wild Card Round.
This single-elimination format ensures that every game matters, making the playoffs an intense battle for glory.
When Is Super Bowl LIX?
Super Bowl LIX is scheduled for February 9, 2025, and will take place at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Fans can expect an incredible halftime performance by Kendrick Lamar, one of the most celebrated artists in the industry.
The 2025 NFL Playoffs are shaping up to be an unforgettable journey. From intense Wild Card matchups to the grand stage of Super Bowl LIX, this season promises to deliver drama, excitement, and legendary moments. Stay tuned and watch your favorite teams battle it out for the ultimate prize!