We've reached the final week of the regular season. Here's an early look at some predictions and picks for the 2026 NFL playoffs.

The Raiders tank their way to the No. 1 draft pick against a third-string Chiefs quarterback. The league needs a draft lottery. Prediction: Chiefs 17, Raiders 9 The battle of Ohio with no meaning. Absolutely none. Prediction: Bengals 20, Browns 17

See how things stack up in both conferences throughout every game for the rest of the regular season. NFC playoff picture 0-20% 20-40% 40-60% 60-80% 80-100% Make playoffs Win division Earn No.

The 2026 NFL draft order hasn't been set just yet, but it's beginning to truly come into focus. Fans saw a huge development take place on Sunday when the New York Giants pummeled the Las Vegas Raiders.

Drake Maye, the new leader for MVP, threw a career-high five touchdowns in only three quarters to guide the New England Patriots past the Jets on Sunday. In the process, New England clinched the AFC East while staying in the mix for the AFC’s top playoff seed.

The final week of the 2025 NFL regular season is upon us, and if you’re still alive in a Survivor Pool, the SI Betting team is wishing you the best of luck. Wee

In Sporting News' Week 18 picks, find out which teams clinch a playoff spot and who gets sent home in a pivotal final weekend.

The last chance to make 'Monday Night Football' DFS picks in the regular season comes in Week 17 as the Rams visit the Falcons at 8:15 p.m. ET. Los Angeles is a 7.5-point road favorite, while the over/under is 48.