NFL Week 18 Schedule: Game Times, Saturday Flex, and SNF Details

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The NFL’s Week 18 is poised to deliver an exciting finish to the 2025 regular season. With only one game left, teams are vying for playoff positions and critical seeding implications. Here’s a detailed look at the schedule and what’s at stake during this crucial week.

NFL Week 18 Schedule

Several marquee matchups will take place, including the following:

Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-3): 4:30 p.m. ET
Seattle Seahawks (-1.5) at San Francisco 49ers: 8 p.m. ET
Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings (-6.5): 1 p.m. ET
Cleveland Browns at Cincinnati Bengals (-7): 1 p.m. ET
Indianapolis Colts at Houston Texans (-10): 1 p.m. ET
Dallas Cowboys (-5.5) at New York Giants: 1 p.m. ET
New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons (-2.5): 1 p.m. ET
Tennessee Titans at Jacksonville Jaguars (-10.5): 1 p.m. ET
New York Jets at Buffalo Bills (-11.5): 4:25 p.m. ET
Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears (-1.5): 4:25 p.m. ET
Los Angeles Chargers at Denver Broncos (-7.5): 4:25 p.m. ET
Kansas City Chiefs (-6) at Las Vegas Raiders: 4:25 p.m. ET
Arizona Cardinals at Los Angeles Rams (-8.5): 4:25 p.m. ET
Miami Dolphins and New England Patriots (-10): 4:25 p.m. ET
Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles (-7.5): 4:25 p.m. ET
Baltimore Ravens (-3.5) at Pittsburgh Steelers: 8:20 p.m. ET

Playoff Implications in Week 18

As we approach Week 18, two playoff spots remain available, both vital for divisional titles:

The AFC North title will be contested between the Ravens and Steelers.
The NFC South title will be decided with the Panthers facing the Buccaneers.

The outcomes of these matchups will significantly influence playoff seeding. The winners are set to secure the No. 4 seed in their conferences.

Key Seeding Scenarios

Multiple scenarios could unfold next week:

The Denver Broncos must win to clinch the top seed in the AFC and earn a bye.
A loss by Denver could allow the New England Patriots to secure the top spot.
If the Jacksonville Jaguars win while the Broncos and Patriots lose, they would rise to the AFC’s top position.

The NFC is clearer, with the winner of the Seahawks versus 49ers match taking the top overall seed in their conference.

Potential Wild Card Changes

In the Wild Card race, the situation is tight:

AFC Wild Card Teams:
- Houston Texans
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Buffalo Bills
NFC Wild Card Teams: The Green Bay Packers are currently locked in as the No. 7 seed, while the Los Angeles Rams could secure the No. 5 seed with a win.

The final week will not only determine playoff spots but also set the stage for the top overall draft pick. The Las Vegas Raiders are in a prime position after a recent defeat; a loss against the Chiefs would guarantee them the first pick.

As Week 18 approaches, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Fans can expect a thrilling conclusion to the NFL regular season.