AFC and NFC playoff picture tightens entering Week 10 of NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 2:38 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
As Week 10 of the NFL season approaches, playoff positioning becomes clearer after Week 9. The NFC North teams — Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and Green Bay Packers — secured crucial victories, while the Los Angeles Chargers lost their eighth straight game, leaving them in last place. Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love excelled against the New England Patriots, notching 372 passing yards and three touchdowns. The Buffalo Bills and Minnesota Vikings will play on Monday Night Football, impacting the playoff. Upcoming matchups could further alter the standings as teams vie for postseason spots.
- •Buffalo Bills and Minnesota Vikings face off on Monday Night Football.
- •Green Bay Packers currently stand strong with a 6-3 record.
- •Los Angeles Chargers have lost eight consecutive games.
- •NFC North remains competitive with all teams aiming for playoffs.
- •Jordan Love's performance boosts his MVP candidacy.
- 2:38 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NFL playoff picture: AFC & NFC outlook entering Week 10
"All four NFC North teams continue to battle for playoff positioning after Week 9 success.
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