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NFL Divisional Playoff Round Schedule and Matchups Are Set

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured a victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, finalizing the second round of playoff matchups.
The San Francisco 49ers will face the Green Bay Packers in the Divisional Playoff round.
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Matthew Stafford and the Rams, Jared Goff and the Lions to clash in Detroit - of course

Matthew Stafford heads to Detroit for his first playoff game since being drafted by the Lions in 2009.
Jared Goff, who was traded to the Lions from the Rams, has led the team in a successful rebuild.

Rams beat 49ers to set up classic Matthew Stafford vs. Lions, Jared Goff playoff game

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will face his former team, the Detroit Lions, in a postseason game.
There are several storylines surrounding the matchup, including Stafford's return to Detroit and the rivalry between McVay and Goff.

Matthew Stafford and the Rams, Jared Goff and the Lions to clash in Detroit - of course

Matthew Stafford heads to Detroit for his first playoff game since being drafted by the Lions in 2009.
Jared Goff, who was traded to the Lions from the Rams, has led the team in a successful rebuild.

Rams beat 49ers to set up classic Matthew Stafford vs. Lions, Jared Goff playoff game

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will face his former team, the Detroit Lions, in a postseason game.
There are several storylines surrounding the matchup, including Stafford's return to Detroit and the rivalry between McVay and Goff.
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What is the spread for the Dallas Cowboys playoff game against the Green Bay Packers?

The Dallas Cowboys are favored to win by 7.5 points in the NFL Super Wild Card round.
This will be the first Cowboys playoff game against the Packers since a loss to a then-Mike McCarthy-coached Packers team.

Dallas Cowboys bring back familiar tackle face for playoffs, they should look at RB, too

The Dallas Cowboys are one win away from clinching the NFC East title and the No. 2 seed in NFC playoffs
The Cowboys have identified their weaknesses and are working to address them

Mike McCarthy's Dallas Cowboys future, Dak Prescott's legacy will be decided in playoffs

Jerry Jones refuses to guarantee Mike McCarthy's future as Cowboys coach beyond the playoffs
The Cowboys have not won the Super Bowl since 1995 or reached the NFC title game since that season

How to watch the Dallas Cowboys play the Green Bay Packers in the NFL Wild Card Round

The Dallas Cowboys will host the Green Bay Packers in the NFL playoffs.
Mike McCarthy, former coach of the Packers, will face his former team.

What to watch in Dallas Cowboys' potential NFC East-clinching match up vs. Commanders

The Dallas Cowboys have the opportunity to control their own destiny and secure the NFC East title and No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.
To achieve this, the Cowboys need to focus on themselves, run their own race, and play a complete game against the Washington Commanders.

Jerry Jones says Lions 'fuzzed it up' in controversial ending; Dallas Cowboys elated over Eagles loss

The Dallas Cowboys have a chance to win the NFC East and secure a home game in the playoffs.
The controversial victory against the Detroit Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles' loss put the Cowboys in a tie for the division title.

What is the spread for the Dallas Cowboys playoff game against the Green Bay Packers?

The Dallas Cowboys are favored to win by 7.5 points in the NFL Super Wild Card round.
This will be the first Cowboys playoff game against the Packers since a loss to a then-Mike McCarthy-coached Packers team.

Dallas Cowboys bring back familiar tackle face for playoffs, they should look at RB, too

The Dallas Cowboys are one win away from clinching the NFC East title and the No. 2 seed in NFC playoffs
The Cowboys have identified their weaknesses and are working to address them

Mike McCarthy's Dallas Cowboys future, Dak Prescott's legacy will be decided in playoffs

Jerry Jones refuses to guarantee Mike McCarthy's future as Cowboys coach beyond the playoffs
The Cowboys have not won the Super Bowl since 1995 or reached the NFC title game since that season

How to watch the Dallas Cowboys play the Green Bay Packers in the NFL Wild Card Round

The Dallas Cowboys will host the Green Bay Packers in the NFL playoffs.
Mike McCarthy, former coach of the Packers, will face his former team.

What to watch in Dallas Cowboys' potential NFC East-clinching match up vs. Commanders

The Dallas Cowboys have the opportunity to control their own destiny and secure the NFC East title and No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.
To achieve this, the Cowboys need to focus on themselves, run their own race, and play a complete game against the Washington Commanders.

Jerry Jones says Lions 'fuzzed it up' in controversial ending; Dallas Cowboys elated over Eagles loss

The Dallas Cowboys have a chance to win the NFC East and secure a home game in the playoffs.
The controversial victory against the Detroit Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles' loss put the Cowboys in a tie for the division title.
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Mike Tomlin doesn't see T.J. Watt's injury affecting availability for Week 18

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a chance to make the playoffs with a Week 18 win and some help from other teams.
The Steelers are dealing with several injuries on the defensive side of the ball, including T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Trenton Thompson, and Elandon Roberts.

Steelers win secures 17th straight non-losing season for Mike Tomlin

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Seattle Seahawks, improving their record to 9-7.
The win secured head coach Mike Tomlin's 17th consecutive non-losing season, surpassing George Halas for the third-longest streak in NFL history.

Steelers secure spot in playoffs after Titans win

The Pittsburgh Steelers have secured a spot in the playoffs.
The outcome of the Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins game will impact the seeding in the AFC.

Steelers Heavy Underdogs To Bills In Wild Card Matchup

The Pittsburgh Steelers are heavy underdogs against the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card matchup.
The Bills are the hottest team in the NFL, winning their last five games and finishing with a record of 11-6.

Steelers open as 9.5-point underdogs vs. Bills in 2023 NFL playoffs

The Pittsburgh Steelers have clinched a spot in the NFL playoffs.
The Buffalo Bills are heavily favored over the Steelers in their upcoming playoff game.

Steelers facing flashbacks of 2019 in Week 18 showdown

The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a crucial game against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 18 with their playoff hopes on the line.
In 2019, the Steelers lost to a depleted Ravens team in a similar situation, raising concerns about a potential letdown.

Mike Tomlin doesn't see T.J. Watt's injury affecting availability for Week 18

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a chance to make the playoffs with a Week 18 win and some help from other teams.
The Steelers are dealing with several injuries on the defensive side of the ball, including T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Trenton Thompson, and Elandon Roberts.

Steelers win secures 17th straight non-losing season for Mike Tomlin

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Seattle Seahawks, improving their record to 9-7.
The win secured head coach Mike Tomlin's 17th consecutive non-losing season, surpassing George Halas for the third-longest streak in NFL history.

Steelers secure spot in playoffs after Titans win

The Pittsburgh Steelers have secured a spot in the playoffs.
The outcome of the Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins game will impact the seeding in the AFC.

Steelers Heavy Underdogs To Bills In Wild Card Matchup

The Pittsburgh Steelers are heavy underdogs against the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card matchup.
The Bills are the hottest team in the NFL, winning their last five games and finishing with a record of 11-6.

Steelers open as 9.5-point underdogs vs. Bills in 2023 NFL playoffs

The Pittsburgh Steelers have clinched a spot in the NFL playoffs.
The Buffalo Bills are heavily favored over the Steelers in their upcoming playoff game.

Steelers facing flashbacks of 2019 in Week 18 showdown

The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a crucial game against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 18 with their playoff hopes on the line.
In 2019, the Steelers lost to a depleted Ravens team in a similar situation, raising concerns about a potential letdown.
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Complete NFL playoff bracket: When do the Cowboys, other 13 playoff teams play?

NFL playoffs schedule
Key games and dates
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Kyle Shanahan discusses Joe Flacco, QB the 49ers tried 'hard' to sign in 2021

The Cleveland Browns are gaining momentum and excitement as they have won four straight games and are playoff-bound.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan praises quarterback Joe Flacco's impressive career and skills despite not having to prepare for the Browns in their upcoming game.

CMC could benefit most from rest in Week 18 vs. Rams

The San Francisco 49ers have clinched the NFC's top playoff seed with one game remaining in the regular season.
Running back Christian McCaffrey sustained a right calf strain and will likely rest for the next three weeks.

Christian McCaffrey's calf injury status after 49ers-Commanders

Christian McCaffrey may benefit from the 49ers clinching the No. 1 seed in the playoffs.
McCaffrey suffered a calf injury in Sunday's game and is uncertain about his availability for the final game.

Shanahan weighing rest vs. rust decision ahead of 49ers' playoff bye

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has important decisions to make regarding roster decisions ahead of the regular-season finale.
Resting key starters can help with injuries, but too much rest can lead to bad habits and potential injuries for other players.

49ers activate McCloud for Week 18 vs. Rams, place Dwelley on IR

The 49ers activated wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud from injured reserve, providing a boost to their special teams.
Jauan Jennings remains in the NFL's concussion protocol and has been ruled out for the game against the Rams.

"That was lit": 49ers celebrate No. 1 seed in memorable locker room moment

The San Francisco 49ers clinched the No. 1 seed in the playoffs with a win and an Eagles loss.
Players gathered around to watch the end of the Cardinals-Eagles game after their own victory.

Kyle Shanahan discusses Joe Flacco, QB the 49ers tried 'hard' to sign in 2021

The Cleveland Browns are gaining momentum and excitement as they have won four straight games and are playoff-bound.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan praises quarterback Joe Flacco's impressive career and skills despite not having to prepare for the Browns in their upcoming game.

CMC could benefit most from rest in Week 18 vs. Rams

The San Francisco 49ers have clinched the NFC's top playoff seed with one game remaining in the regular season.
Running back Christian McCaffrey sustained a right calf strain and will likely rest for the next three weeks.

Christian McCaffrey's calf injury status after 49ers-Commanders

Christian McCaffrey may benefit from the 49ers clinching the No. 1 seed in the playoffs.
McCaffrey suffered a calf injury in Sunday's game and is uncertain about his availability for the final game.

Shanahan weighing rest vs. rust decision ahead of 49ers' playoff bye

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has important decisions to make regarding roster decisions ahead of the regular-season finale.
Resting key starters can help with injuries, but too much rest can lead to bad habits and potential injuries for other players.

49ers activate McCloud for Week 18 vs. Rams, place Dwelley on IR

The 49ers activated wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud from injured reserve, providing a boost to their special teams.
Jauan Jennings remains in the NFL's concussion protocol and has been ruled out for the game against the Rams.

"That was lit": 49ers celebrate No. 1 seed in memorable locker room moment

The San Francisco 49ers clinched the No. 1 seed in the playoffs with a win and an Eagles loss.
Players gathered around to watch the end of the Cardinals-Eagles game after their own victory.
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18 unexpected impact players: Who leveled up when needed for Super Bowl hopefuls?

Isaiah Likely, the backup to tight end Mark Andrews, has become a playmaker for the Baltimore Ravens in the absence of Andrews.
In five games without Andrews, Likely has recorded 19 catches for 291 yards and four touchdowns.

Joe Starkey: Najee's future, Pickett's present, scared money and the Steelers' surest path to playoffs

Playoff scenarios abound
AFC East division title on the line

Chiefs to rest Mahomes, others; Gabbert to start

Patrick Mahomes will not play in the final game of the regular season for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Blaine Gabbert will make his first start of the season as the Chiefs' quarterback.
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Rams coach Sean McVay indicates he'll return for 2024 season

Sean McVay considered leaving the Los Angeles Rams after a disappointing 2022 season, but now he is committed to coaching in 2024.
McVay is on the verge of becoming the Rams' all-time regular season wins leader as a head coach.

Rams, in 'playoff mode' last few weeks, claim spot

The Los Angeles Rams clinched a playoff spot with their win over the New York Giants and a loss by the Seattle Seahawks.
The Rams have won six of their last seven games and have a 6-1 record since Week 11, averaging 29.3 points per game.

Rams coach Sean McVay indicates he'll return for 2024 season

Sean McVay considered leaving the Los Angeles Rams after a disappointing 2022 season, but now he is committed to coaching in 2024.
McVay is on the verge of becoming the Rams' all-time regular season wins leader as a head coach.

Rams, in 'playoff mode' last few weeks, claim spot

The Los Angeles Rams clinched a playoff spot with their win over the New York Giants and a loss by the Seattle Seahawks.
The Rams have won six of their last seven games and have a 6-1 record since Week 11, averaging 29.3 points per game.
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Steelers Scoreboard Watch: Jaguars Getting Healthy, QB Trevor Lawrence Has 'Real Chance' To Start

If the Pittsburgh Steelers win or lose Saturday against the Baltimore Ravens, all eyes in the city will shift towards Jacksonville on Sunday.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin non-commital about Mason Rudolph as the starter next week

For the second week in a row, the Pittsburgh Steelers offense looked like a legitimate NFL offense and helped the team pull off a big win.

Rams clinch playoff berth but performance vs. Giants raises worrying questions

(Adam Hunger / Associated Press)
The Rams departed for the airport Sunday night with numerous questions hanging over their heads.
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