NFL Playoffs: Divisional Round Preview

 

LUBBOCK, TX — The 2025 NFL playoffs are heating up, with the divisional round set to take center stage this weekend. After an exciting wild-card round capped by the Los Angeles Rams' decisive win over the Minnesota Vikings, four matchups promise thrilling action as teams aim for the conference championship games.

NFL Divisional Round Schedule

Saturday, January 18

Kansas City Chiefs (15-2) vs. Houston Texans (11-7)

  • Time: 3:30 p.m.
  • Location: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri
  • TV: ESPN/ABC
  • Preview: The Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, return to action after earning the AFC's top seed. They'll face the Texans, who overcame the odds to reach this stage. Kansas City is favored (-8.5) in what could be the start of their quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl.

Detroit Lions (15-2) vs. Washington Commanders (12-5)

  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan
  • TV: FOX
  • Preview: The Lions, the NFC's top seed, are coming off a dominant regular season capped by a clutch win over the Vikings. They'll face the Commanders, fresh off their first postseason win since 2005, in a matchup where Detroit is favored (-9.5).

Sunday, January 19

Los Angeles Rams (11-7) vs. Philadelphia Eagles (15-3)

  • Time: 2:00 p.m.
  • Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • TV: NBC
  • Preview: The Eagles, led by quarterback Jalen Hurts, are heavy favorites (-6) against a resilient Rams team that advanced following a relocated wild-card game due to wildfires in Los Angeles.

Buffalo Bills (14-4) vs. Baltimore Ravens (13-5)

  • Time: 5:30 p.m.
  • Location: Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, New York
  • TV: CBS
  • Preview: A highly anticipated clash, with the Ravens slightly favored (-1) against the Bills. Both teams boast dynamic offenses and stout defenses, setting the stage for a close battle.

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