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Week 18 power rankings and team outlooks where available. Odds are a saved schedule snapshot, not live lines.
Carolina Panthersat
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Sat, Jan 3 at 4:30 PM ET · Raymond James Stadium
Final: CAR 14 – TB 16
CAR MFT rank#16TB MFT rank#24SpreadTB −3Total43.5CAR ML+130TB ML-155
Panthers outlook: As they prepare to play the Buccaneers in what could be a division-deciding matchup on Saturday in Tampa Bay, the pressure is on for the Panthers.
Buccaneers outlook: In the midst of a downward spiral, the Buccaneers find themselves in a precarious position.
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Seattle Seahawksat
San Francisco 49ers
Sat, Jan 3 at 8:00 PM ET · Levi's Stadium
Final: SEA 13 – SF 3
SEA MFT rank#1SF MFT rank#5SpreadSEA −2.5Total47.5SEA ML-148SF ML+124
Seahawks outlook: With an upcoming road game against the 49ers this Saturday, securing a win is crucial for them to claim the top seed in the conference.
49ers outlook: Brock Purdy is currently on an impressive run as the 49ers aim to secure the NFC's top seed.
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Cleveland Brownsat
Cincinnati Bengals
Sun, Jan 4 at 1:00 PM ET · Paycor Stadium
Final: CLE 20 – CIN 18
CLE MFT rank#29CIN MFT rank#22SpreadCIN −9.5Total47.5CLE ML+350CIN ML-455
Browns outlook: In their recent victory, the Browns made a significant effort to derail the Steelers' season.
Bengals outlook: Despite Joe Burrow and his receivers putting on an impressive display against yet another defense on Sunday, the talent on offense is once again being squandered.
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Dallas Cowboysat
New York Giants
Sun, Jan 4 at 1:00 PM ET · MetLife Stadium
Final: DAL 17 – NYG 34
DAL MFT rank#19NYG MFT rank#26SpreadDAL −3Total50.5DAL ML-166NYG ML+140
Cowboys outlook: With an electrifying offense that consistently entertains, the Cowboys are a team that captures attention.
Giants outlook: The Giants found themselves in a tricky situation by securing a victory over the Raiders.
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Green Bay Packersat
Minnesota Vikings
Sun, Jan 4 at 1:00 PM ET · U.S. Bank Stadium
Final: GB 3 – MIN 16
GB MFT rank#12MIN MFT rank#13SpreadMIN −12.5Total37.5GB ML+470MIN ML-650
Packers outlook: Suffering a three-game losing streak heading into the playoffs is less than ideal for the Packers.
Vikings outlook: Brian Flores has orchestrated a remarkable turnaround for the Vikings' defensive unit, showcasing a level of play that's nothing short of extraordinary.
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Indianapolis Coltsat
Houston Texans
Sun, Jan 4 at 1:00 PM ET · NRG Stadium
Final: IND 30 – HOU 38
IND MFT rank#20HOU MFT rank#7SpreadHOU −9.5Total37.5IND ML+400HOU ML-535
Colts outlook: From a promising 7-1 start, the Colts found themselves on the outside looking in as the playoffs approached.
Texans outlook: Despite an impressive streak of eight consecutive victories, the Texans find themselves in a position where they still might have to settle for a wild-card spot.
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New Orleans Saintsat
Atlanta Falcons
Sun, Jan 4 at 1:00 PM ET · Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Final: NO 17 – ATL 19
NO MFT rank#21ATL MFT rank#18SpreadATL −4.5Total43.5NO ML+170ATL ML-205
Saints outlook: Riding a four-game winning streak, the Saints have found a gem in Tyler Shough, whose standout performances put him in contention for Offensive Rookie of the Year.
Falcons outlook: The late-season surge could pave the way for Raheem Morris to retain his position as head coach.
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Tennessee Titansat
Jacksonville Jaguars
Sun, Jan 4 at 1:00 PM ET · TIAA Bank Stadium
Final: TEN 7 – JAX 41
TEN MFT rank#27JAX MFT rank#3SpreadJAX −12.5Total46.5TEN ML+525JAX ML-750
Titans outlook: The encouraging progress from Cam Ward offers a glimpse of hope for the Titans' future.
Jaguars outlook: In the AFC playoffs, the Jaguars pose a significant threat.
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Arizona Cardinalsat
Los Angeles Rams
Sun, Jan 4 at 4:25 PM ET · SoFi Stadium
Final: ARI 20 – LA 37
ARI MFT rank#30LA MFT rank#10SpreadLA −14.5Total49.5ARI ML+800LA ML-1350
Cardinals outlook: Big changes seem imminent as the Cardinals face a transitional phase.
Rams outlook: The recent performance in Atlanta left fans puzzled, highlighting noticeable issues that need to be addressed quickly.
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Detroit Lionsat
Chicago Bears
Sun, Jan 4 at 4:25 PM ET · Soldier Field
Final: DET 19 – CHI 16
DET MFT rank#17CHI MFT rank#6SpreadCHI −3.5Total51.5DET ML+150CHI ML-180
Lions outlook: This season for the Lions can only be described as a major disappointment.
Bears outlook: The offense has made significant strides under the guidance of Ben Johnson, propelling the Bears to an NFC North title.
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Kansas City Chiefsat
Las Vegas Raiders
Sun, Jan 4 at 4:25 PM ET · Allegiant Stadium
Final: KC 12 – LV 14
KC MFT rank#25LV MFT rank#32SpreadKC −3.5Total36.5KC ML-225LV ML+185
Chiefs outlook: Showing resilience in their loss to the Broncos, the Chiefs put up a stronger fight than anticipated.
Raiders outlook: The strategy of tanking has paid off as the Raiders secured the first overall pick.
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Los Angeles Chargersat
Denver Broncos
Sun, Jan 4 at 4:25 PM ET · Empower Field at Mile High
Final: LAC 3 – DEN 19
LAC MFT rank#11DEN MFT rank#4SpreadDEN −14.5Total37.5LAC ML+900DEN ML-1600
Chargers outlook: Missing a critical opportunity at home against the Texans has essentially cost the Chargers their shot at clinching the AFC West title.
Broncos outlook: After securing another victory in a tightly contested matchup against the Chiefs in Kansas City, the Broncos have positioned themselves as strong contenders for the top seed in the AFC.
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Miami Dolphinsat
New England Patriots
Sun, Jan 4 at 4:25 PM ET · Gillette Stadium
Final: MIA 10 – NE 38
MIA MFT rank#23NE MFT rank#2SpreadNE −14Total44.5MIA ML+650NE ML-1000
Dolphins outlook: Since Quinn Ewers took over as the starter two games ago, he's shown promising potential for the Dolphins.
Patriots outlook: Claiming the AFC East title, they now face a crucial scenario: they must secure a victory over the Dolphins and hope for a Broncos loss to clinch the AFC's top seed.
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New York Jetsat
Buffalo Bills
Sun, Jan 4 at 4:25 PM ET · New Era Field
Final: NYJ 8 – BUF 35
NYJ MFT rank#31BUF MFT rankUnavailableSpreadBUF −12.5Total39.5NYJ ML+550BUF ML-800
Jets outlook: After such a lackluster performance against the Patriots, it's clear that the Jets didn't even put up a fight.
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Washington Commandersat
Philadelphia Eagles
Sun, Jan 4 at 4:25 PM ET · Lincoln Financial Field
Final: WAS 24 – PHI 17
WAS MFT rank#28PHI MFT rankUnavailableSpreadPHI −3Total38.5WAS ML+150PHI ML-180
Commanders outlook: Heading into the offseason, the Commanders face a plethora of issues.
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Baltimore Ravensat
Pittsburgh Steelers
Sun, Jan 4 at 8:20 PM ET · Acrisure Stadium
Final: BAL 24 – PIT 26
BAL MFT rank#14PIT MFT rank#15SpreadBAL −4.5Total41.5BAL ML-225PIT ML+185
Ravens outlook: Securing a victory at Green Bay has put the Ravens in a strong position to become a playoff contender.
Steelers outlook: Suffering a loss to the Browns when they had the opportunity to secure the AFC North is certainly a setback.
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