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Drake Maye takes full first-team reps
5.2.26 New England Patriots: Injuries
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye took all first-team repetitions in Wednesday's 90-minute practice, signaling a full return after last week's limitations due to a right shoulder issue. Maye said he feels "great" and is looking forward to a normal week of preparation for Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks, and he was listed as a full participant on the injury report. Linebacker Robert Spillane was the only Patriot not to practice because of an ankle injury.
Maye misses practice with illness
31.1.26 New England Patriots: Injuries
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye did not practice Friday because of illness, coach Mike Vrabel said, nine days before Super Bowl LX against the Seattle Seahawks. The absence comes as Maye also manages a right shoulder injury sustained in the AFC Championship Game, though Vrabel said the shoulder responded favorably to limited work Thursday. Maye participated in meetings and said he expects to be ready for the Super Bowl.
Browns hire Todd Monken as head coach
29.1.26 Cleveland Browns: Injuries
The Cleveland Browns have hired former Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken as their next head coach on a five-year contract, replacing Kevin Stefanski after a 5-12 season. Monken, known for building elite rushing attacks and developing quarterbacks, takes over a team with a strong defense but a struggling offense as Cleveland looks to reset under new leadership.
Sam Darnold good to go for NFC Championship Game
24.1.26 Seattle Seahawks: Injuries
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has no injury designation and is expected to start Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Rams after managing a left oblique injury all week, saying he feels "really good" heading into the matchup as Seattle prepares for a raucous home playoff atmosphere at Lumen Field.
Ravens hire Jesse Minter as head coach
23.1.26 Baltimore Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens hired Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as their new head coach on a five-year deal, replacing John Harbaugh after 18 seasons. Minter, 42, becomes the youngest head coach in franchise history and the fourth in the Ravens' 31-year existence. A former Ravens assistant with deep ties to the Harbaugh family, Minter earned acclaim for transforming the Chargers' defense into one of the NFL's best.
Dolphins hire Jeff Hafley as head coach
20.1.26 Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins named Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as their new head coach, signing him to a five-year contract as the franchise begins a reset alongside new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan.
Mike Tomlin steps down as Steelers head coach
14.1.26 Pittsburgh Steelers
Mike Tomlin has stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, ending a historic 19-year tenure in which he never recorded a losing season. Tomlin, 53, informed players of his decision one day after the Steelers' wild-card playoff loss and is not expected to coach elsewhere in 2026. He leaves as one of the most successful coaches in NFL history, highlighted by a Super Bowl title, 13 playoff appearances and an unprecedented streak of 19 consecutive non-losing seasons.
Ravens fire John Harbaugh after 18 seasons
8.1.26 Baltimore Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens fired head coach John Harbaugh on Tuesday, ending the most successful coaching tenure in franchise history two days after a season-ending loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers eliminated them from the playoffs. Harbaugh, who had been under contract through 2028, led Baltimore for 18 seasons, winning Super Bowl XLVII and compiling 193 victories, the 12th most by a coach in NFL history. Owner Steve Bisciotti called the decision "incredibly difficult," praising Harbaugh's leadership and impact on the organization and community.
| Team | % | W-D-L | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFC East | |||
| 1 | New Engl. | 82.4 | 14-0-3 (17) |
| 2 | Buffalo | 70.6 | 12-0-5 (17) |
| 3 | Miami | 41.2 | 7-0-10 (17) |
| 4 | NY Jets | 17.6 | 3-0-14 (17) |
| AFC North | |||
| 1 | Pittsburgh | 58.8 | 10-0-7 (17) |
| 2 | Baltimore | 47.1 | 8-0-9 (17) |
| 3 | Cincinati | 35.3 | 6-0-11 (17) |
| 4 | Cleveland | 29.4 | 5-0-12 (17) |
| AFC South | |||
| 1 | Jackson. | 76.5 | 13-0-4 (17) |
| 2 | Houston | 70.6 | 12-0-5 (17) |
| 3 | Indianap. | 47.1 | 8-0-9 (17) |
| 4 | Tennesee | 17.6 | 3-0-14 (17) |
| AFC West | |||
| 1 | Denver | 82.4 | 14-0-3 (17) |
| 2 | LA Charg. | 64.7 | 11-0-6 (17) |
| 3 | Kansas | 35.3 | 6-0-11 (17) |
| 4 | Las Vegas | 17.6 | 3-0-14 (17) |
| NFC East | |||
| 1 | Philadel. | 64.7 | 11-0-6 (17) |
| 2 | Dallas | 44.1 | 7-1-9 (17) |
| 3 | Washing. | 29.4 | 5-0-12 (17) |
| 4 | NY Giants | 23.5 | 4-0-13 (17) |
| NFC North | |||
| 1 | Chicago | 64.7 | 11-0-6 (17) |
| 2 | Green Bay | 55.9 | 9-1-7 (17) |
| 3 | Minnesota | 52.9 | 9-0-8 (17) |
| 4 | Detroit | 52.9 | 9-0-8 (17) |
| NFC South | |||
| 1 | Carolina | 47.1 | 8-0-9 (17) |
| 2 | Tampa | 47.1 | 8-0-9 (17) |
| 3 | Atlanta | 47.1 | 8-0-9 (17) |
| 4 | New Orl. | 35.3 | 6-0-11 (17) |
| NFC West | |||
| 1 | Seattle | 82.4 | 14-0-3 (17) |
| 2 | San Fran. | 70.6 | 12-0-5 (17) |
| 2 | LA Rams | 70.6 | 12-0-5 (17) |
| 4 | Arizona | 17.6 | 3-0-14 (17) |
Playoffs
| Seattle - LA Rams | 31 : 27 |
| Denver - New Engl. | 7 : 10 |
| Chicago - LA Rams | 17 : 20 |
| New Engl. - Houston | 28 : 16 |
| Seattle - San Fran. | 41 : 6 |
| Denver - Buffalo | 33 : 30 |
| Pittsburgh - Houston | 6 : 30 |
| Philadel. - San Fran. | 19 : 23 |
| Jackson. - Buffalo | 24 : 27 |
| New Engl. - LA Charg. | 16 : 3 |
| Chicago - Green Bay | 31 : 27 |
| Carolina - LA Rams | 31 : 34 |
Last results
| 25.1 | Denver - New Engl. | 7 : 10 |
| 25.1 | Seattle - LA Rams | 31 : 27 |
| 18.1 | New Engl. - Houston | 28 : 16 |
| 18.1 | Chicago - LA Rams | 17 : 20 |
| 17.1 | Denver - Buffalo | 33 : 30 |
| 17.1 | Seattle - San Fran. | 41 : 6 |
| 12.1 | Pittsburgh - Houston | 6 : 30 |
| 11.1 | Jackson. - Buffalo | 24 : 27 |
| 11.1 | New Engl. - LA Charg. | 16 : 3 |
| 11.1 | Philadel. - San Fran. | 19 : 23 |
| 10.1 | Carolina - LA Rams | 31 : 34 |
| 10.1 | Chicago - Green Bay | 31 : 27 |
| 4.1 | Buffalo - NY Jets | 35 : 8 |
| 4.1 | Cincinati - Cleveland | 18 : 20 |
| 4.1 | Denver - LA Charg. | 19 : 3 |
| 4.1 | Houston - Indianap. | 38 : 30 |
NFL stats
| Home wins | 54% |
| Draws | 0% |
| Away wins | 46% |
League format : NFL 2025/2026
Teams are divided into two conferences: the American Football Conference (AFC) and the National Football Conference (NFC). As of 2002, each conference is further divided into 4 divisions. Each team play 16 games during regular season. Seven teams from each of the league's two conferences will qualify for the NFL Playoffs. Each of the 4 division winners is seeded 1-4 based on their records. The three wildcard teams (non-division champions with the conference's best winning percentages) are seeded 5th, 6th and 7th.
In the first round of the playoffs (Wild Card Playoffs), the No. 2 seeds will host 7s, the No. 3 seeds will host 6s and the No. 4 seeds will host 5s. In the second round (Divisional Playoff), the top seed hosts the lowest-seeded surviving seed from the first round, and the other two winners from the wild-card round play each other with the higher seed having home-field advantage. The two surviving teams from the Divisional Playoff games meet in Conference Championship games, with the winners of those contests going on to face one another in the Super Bowl.
Each round of the playoffs is "re-seeded" - the highest surviving seed always hosts the lowest surviving seed, the second-highest hosts the second-lowest, etc.