New England still has an opportunity to secure the No. 1 seed in the AFC, provided it defeats the Dolphins and the Chargers are able to beat the Broncos. Both games will be played at the same time, but Denver's path became even easier with L.A. announcing it will rest Justin Herbert, with its playoff position already locked up.

Tampa Bay and Carolina will do battle with the division crown on the line in Week 18, and their clash will be the first game on the NFL schedule, set for kickoff at 4:30 p.m. ET and to be broadcast by

The Carolina Panthers play a pivotal game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A key Panthers offensive player might be banged up.

ESPN's expert panel predicts the Seattle Seahawks will beat the Carolina Panthers and that CB Devon Witherspoon will get an interception off of Bryce Young.

Are there any NFL games on TV today for New Year's Day on January 1? Find out why there is not a Thursday Night Football game on TV tonight.

Tampa Bay has some key players injured, as it looks to take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 18. Baker Mayfield is limited in practice.

This ESPN BET Promo Code SOUTH unlocks a Bet $10, Get $100 offer for new users looking to bet on holiday NFL, CFB and NBA games.

The 2025 NFL regular season comes to an end on Sunday, and two playoff berths are still to be determined, with the AFC North and NFC South on the line.