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Our guide to every Week 18 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions and what's at stake

Must-win AFC North and NFC South showdowns? No. 1 seeds on the line? We have picks, predictions, stats and what's at stake for every Week 18 game.

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Let's game plan for 10 teams that need Week 18 wins

We found one thing each of them must do in Week 18 to get it done.

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NFL NATION

Can the Eagles repeat as Super Bowl champions with poor offensive play?

Every NFC team has flaws, making it possible for Philadelphia to advance, but it has to fix offensive missteps.

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McCarthy, Pierce, Shula, more: Giants cast wide coaching net

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What Colts' historic collapse could mean for future

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Only Jansen, Moton have Panthers playoff experience

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'Need this on my fridge': Bucs TEs' festive cards lost in mail

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'REDEMPTION IS A THING THAT'S REAL'

Eight years after finding his biological parents, RBs coach Deland McCullough's story inspires the Raiders

Raiders' running back coach Deland McCullough found out his biological dad was his mentor in 2017 and has been inspiring players and others since.

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MUST-WIN GAMES

An advanced analytics look at Panthers-Bucs, Seahawks-49ers, Ravens-Steelers

Baker Mayfield holding onto the ball too long, the Seahawks' pressure, and Zay Flowers' success vs. man coverage are key storylines.

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Ravens-Steelers winner takes AFC North: 'This is going to be a slugfest'

For years, this feud has become must-watch TV, and Sunday won't be any different in a "winner-takes-all" game.

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POSTSEASON PUSH

Tracking the NFL playoff picture: Updated chances to clinch open spots, win division titles

We are following the 2025 NFL season's playoff picture. Here's how things look right now for wild-card spots, division races and even the draft order.

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Playoff schedule, projected bracket: Here's what to know

The playoffs begin on Jan. 10, with three full rounds before Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8.

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Week 18 betting guide: Back Lawrence, Cowboys-Giants to play lights out

Our experts dive in to the lines and player props that offer value for Week 18 and share their tips and bets.

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STAYING FLEXIBLE

Why Pilates is more than a New Year's resolution for some of the NFL's best

Why players such as Stefon Diggs, Nik Bonitto, Will Anderson and more are utilizing Pilates to activate core muscles.

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