NFL Playoff Schedule: AFC & NFC Games - Your Ultimate Guide
The NFL Playoffs are here, and the race to the Super Bowl is on! This year's matchups promise excitement, upsets, and nail-biting finishes. This comprehensive guide provides the complete schedule for both the AFC and NFC playoffs, ensuring you don't miss a single snap.
Understanding the NFL Playoff Format
Before diving into the schedule, let's briefly recap the NFL playoff structure. The postseason features 14 teams: seven from each conference (AFC and NFC). The top seed in each conference receives a bye, meaning they get to rest and recover before their Divisional Round game. The remaining six teams in each conference compete in the Wild Card round, with the higher seed hosting the game. Winners advance to the Divisional Round, followed by the Conference Championships and, finally, the Super Bowl.
AFC Playoff Schedule
The AFC is stacked with talented quarterbacks and powerhouse teams. Here's the schedule for the AFC Playoffs:
Wild Card Round:
- Game 1: [Team A] at [Team B] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
- Game 2: [Team C] at [Team D] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
- Game 3: [Team E] at [Team F] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
Divisional Round:
- Game 4: [Winner Game 1/2] at [Top Seed AFC] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
- Game 5: [Winner Game 3] at [2nd Seed AFC] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
AFC Championship Game:
- Game 6: [Winner Game 4] vs [Winner Game 5] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
NFC Playoff Schedule
The NFC boasts a compelling mix of veteran leadership and emerging young talent. Here's what the NFC playoff schedule looks like:
Wild Card Round:
- Game 7: [Team G] at [Team H] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
- Game 8: [Team I] at [Team J] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
- Game 9: [Team K] at [Team L] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
Divisional Round:
- Game 10: [Winner Game 7/8] at [Top Seed NFC] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
- Game 11: [Winner Game 9] at [2nd Seed NFC] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
NFC Championship Game:
- Game 12: [Winner Game 10] vs [Winner Game 11] - [Date] at [Time] (Check official NFL website for exact details)
Super Bowl LVIII
The winners of the AFC and NFC Championship Games will clash in Super Bowl LVIII! The date, time, and location will be announced by the NFL following the Conference Championship games.
Important Note: This schedule is subject to change. Always refer to the official NFL website for the most up-to-date information on game times, broadcast details, and any potential scheduling adjustments. This article serves as a helpful guide but should not be considered the definitive source for the NFL playoff schedule.
Where to Watch the Games?
Check your local listings for broadcast information or stream the games through various NFL streaming partners.
Enjoy the games and may your team prevail! Go get 'em!
