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NFL playoff picture: What Panthers win over Bucs means for NFC South standings in Week 16

The Buccaneers face the Panthers in Charlotte on Sunday. We break down what the game means for the NFL playoff picture in Week 16.

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NFL playoff picture week 16: Panthers control NFC South; Broncos can't clinch more

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NFL Playoff Scenarios 2025-26, Wild Card Picture, Postseason Bracket Post-Week 16

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NFL playoff picture, NFL standings update in Week 16

The NFL playoff picture continues to take shape in the NFC in Week 17 on Dec. 20 as two Saturday games could decide two divisions.

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Trio ejected as Eagles beat Commanders to win title

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Cowboys Eliminated From 2026 NFL Playoff Picture After Eagles' Win, Updated Bracket

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Eagles vs. Commanders Week 16 Highlights: Philly Wins 2nd Straight NFC East Title

Entering Week 16, no team had repeated as NFC East champions since 2004 when the Eagles won four-straight, making Saturday's outcome a full-circle moment for the reigning Super Bowl champions.

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Week 16 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns

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Eagles expected to get major reinforcements back for Week 17 game vs. Bills

NFL Week 16 scores, live updates: Jaguars stun Broncos, Steelers top Lions, playoff picture, latest news

The NFL playoff race continues in Week 16. Follow this live experience for today's coverage from The Athletic's writers.

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Bryce Young, Panthers Excite Fans as Win vs. Bucs Helps NFL Playoff Bracket Outlook

Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers defeated Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23–20 at home on Sunday to take over first place in the NFC South.

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NFL Week 16 Early Game Results: Panthers top Buccaneers to take control of NFC South; Chargers clinch playoff spot

The Carolina Panthers (8-7) moved one step closer to the NFC South title as they defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 and move into first place. With the score tied at 20, Panthers kicker Ryan Fitzgerald booted a 48-yard field goal to give Carolina the lead.

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NFL defense rankings 2025: Analysis of all 32 defenses after week 16

Our weekly NFL defense rankings examine every unit across the league to determine the best defenses in the NFL. With […]