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NFL playoff bracket, explained: How byes, seeding, format will work in 2026

Fourteen sides — seven from each conference — will take part in the NFL playoffs. Each will hope to lift the Lombardi Trophy ...

What is the NFL playoff format? How the NFL playoffs work for the 2025-26 postseason

The NFL playoffs are one week away and most of the field is set entering Week 18. Here's what to know about the postseason ...