Our early primer for the divisional round matchups: How every team could win next weekend
Let's preview the divisional round matchups. How can each team win next weekend and advance? Here's what to know.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:11:39 EST

Overreactions from five wild-card games: Have the Pats still not beat a good team?
We're sizing up every NFL playoff wild-card game.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:11:39 EST

49ers lose Kittle but carry his 'energy' to win
Despite another devastating injury to a team captain, the 49ers embodied the spirit of George Kittle to help will themselves to a playoff win over the Eagles.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 01:52:52 EST

Maye 'didn't throw very well,' pins win on defense
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye wasn't thrilled with his performance in Sunday's 16-3 wild-card victory over the Chargers. "Wasn't pretty, that's for sure," he said.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 01:52:52 EST

Sirianni defends Brown after drops, sideline spat
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni defended wide receiver A.J. Brown after a pair of drops in Sunday's loss to the Niners and also downplayed an animated interaction the two had in the opening half.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 01:52:52 EST