The NFL playoffs are heading into the championship round, with the excitement peaking as the league narrows down to four teams. This year, the journey to Super Bowl 60 is on the line for the victor of the AFC and NFC championship games.
NFL Playoff Schedule: Upcoming Championship Games
Two crucial matches will determine the teams that advance to the Super Bowl. The playoff schedule for the AFC and NFC championship games is as follows:
- AFC Championship: New England Patriots (2) vs. Denver Broncos (1) – CBS, 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 25
- NFC Championship: Los Angeles Rams (5) vs. Seattle Seahawks (1) – Fox, 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 25
AFC Championship Game Details
The top-seeded Denver Broncos will host the second-seeded New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. on January 25.
NFC Championship Game Details
The Seattle Seahawks, top seeds in the NFC, will welcome the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field at 5:30 p.m. on the same day.
Current NFL Playoff Bracket
After an intense round of divisional playoffs, the updated bracket includes:
- AFC:
- Denver Broncos (1)
- New England Patriots (2)
- NFC:
- Seattle Seahawks (1)
- Los Angeles Rams (5)
With two teams from each conference remaining, fans are eager for the thrilling matchups ahead.
Looking Ahead: The Super Bowl
The champions of the AFC and NFC will compete in Super Bowl 60 on February 8, 2026. The game will be held at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with kickoff slated for 5:30 p.m.
Past Playoff Scores
A summary of results leading into the championship games includes:
| Date | Matchup | Score |
|---|---|---|
| January 18 | Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears | 20-17 (Overtime) |
| January 18 | New England Patriots vs. Houston Texans | 28-16 |
| January 17 | Denver Broncos vs. Buffalo Bills | 33-30 (Overtime) |
| January 17 | Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers | 41-6 |
| January 12 | Houston Texans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers | 30-6 |
As the excitement mounts for the championship games, fans are left to wonder which teams will advance to the Super Bowl and potentially seize the title.
