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          Broncos defeat Chargers to clinch AFC's top seed (1:03)

          The Broncos defeat the Chargers 19-3 to lock up the top seed in the AFC and secure a first-round bye. (1:03)

          • NFL NationJan 5, 2026, 01:42 AM
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          The final week of the 2025 NFL regular season featured key storylines that determine playoff berths and positioning.

          The Atlanta Falcons defeated the New Orleans Saints 19-17, which helped the Carolina Panthers clinch a postseason berth and become NFC South champs. The Denver Broncos secured the AFC's top playoff seed with a 19-3 win against the Los Angeles Chargers.

          And Sunday night's game between the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers will decide the AFC North champ. The loser is out of the playoffs.

          This file will be updated throughout Sunday night's game. Be sure to check out the rest of Week 18's top highlights and most important moments, too.