This is the time of year when the playoff picture sharpens, and every snap matters. NFL Week 15 is upon us, with no more bye weeks, guaranteeing a full 16-game slate filled with division showdowns and critical Wild Card battles.
Here is your preview of the biggest games and storylines for Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season.
Game of the Week: Bills at Patriots
Sunday, December 14th | 10:00 AM MST
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The Stakes (AFC East): This is arguably the biggest game of the entire season. The 11-2 New England Patriots are trying to hold off the 9-4 Buffalo Bills for the AFC East crown. A Patriots win would almost certainly lock up the division, giving them a first-round bye advantage. A Bills win narrows the gap significantly with two games to go and gives Buffalo the tie-breaker advantage based on division record.
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The Matchup: The Bills’ high-powered offense against the Patriots’ elite, ball-hawking defense. The Patriots are slight home favorites, but the Bills have been playing with the desperation of a team fighting for their playoff lives. This will be a classic, smash-mouth December football game.
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Betting Line: Patriots -1.5 | O/U 47.5
AFC Wild Card Mayhem
Several games have major implications for the log-jammed AFC Wild Card race, which currently features the Chargers (8-4), Bills (9-4), and Colts (8-5) holding the spots, with the Texans (7-5) and Chiefs (6-6) still fighting hard.
Chargers at Chiefs
Sunday, December 14th | 10:00 AM MST
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The Stakes (AFC West & Wild Card): The Los Angeles Chargers (8-4) need this win to maintain their high Wild Card standing and keep faint AFC West hopes alive. The Kansas City Chiefs (6-6) are in must-win territory after a disappointing season. A loss here effectively ends their season.
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The Matchup: A classic division rivalry. The Chiefs are home favorites, but their inconsistent offense has been a major concern. Look for the Chargers’ strong defense to try and capitalize on KC’s recent struggles.
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Betting Line: Chiefs -4.5 | O/U 44.5
Ravens at Bengals
Sunday, December 14th | 10:00 AM MST
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The Stakes (AFC North): While the Bengals (4-9) are mathematically eliminated, this divisional game is a spoiler opportunity. The Baltimore Ravens (6-7) are clinging to life. They must win this game to stay within striking distance of the final Wild Card spot.
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Betting Line: Ravens -3.0 | O/U 51.5 (Highest Total of the Week)
NFC Playoff Battles
Lions at Rams
Sunday, December 14th | 1:25 PM MST
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The Stakes (NFC Wild Card): The Los Angeles Rams (10-3) are fighting the Seahawks for the top spot in the NFC West and potentially the NFC’s No. 1 Seed. The Detroit Lions (8-5) are firmly in the Wild Card hunt and need every victory to keep pace with the Bears (9-4) and 49ers (9-4).
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The Matchup: Two potent offenses in a high-total game. The winner cements themselves as a true NFC contender, while the loser faces increased pressure in the final two weeks.
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Betting Line: Rams -4.5 | O/U 50.5
Raiders at Eagles
Sunday, December 14th | 10:00 AM MST
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The Stakes (NFC East): Despite recent struggles, the Philadelphia Eagles (8-4) still control the NFC East. They are heavy favorites against the struggling Las Vegas Raiders (2-11) and need this win to maintain separation from the Cowboys (6-6-1).
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Betting Line: Eagles -12.5 (Tied for Biggest Spread of the Week) | O/U 40.5
Vikings at Cowboys
Sunday, December 14th | 5:20 PM MST (Sunday Night Football)
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The Stakes (NFC Wild Card): The Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1) are hanging on to the NFC Wild Card race by a thread, and a loss here would be devastating. The Minnesota Vikings (5-8) are still fighting but are longshots. Dallas needs a home victory to maintain pressure on the Eagles in the NFC East.
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Betting Line: Cowboys -7.5 | O/U 47.5
