The Kansas City Chiefs will officially carry their three-peat bid into the postseason.

The two-time defending Super Bowl champions on Friday became the first NFL team in the 2024 season to clinch a spot in the playoffs — and they did it with yet another nail-biter of a win.

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How many teams make the NFL playoffs?

A total of 14 teams — seven from each conference — make the NFL playoffs.

How many NFL wild-card teams are there?

The playoff field in each conference consists of four division winners and three wild-card teams.

Which teams are in the NFL playoffs so far?

The Chiefs are the only team to clinch a playoff spot entering Sunday’s Week 13 action.

The Playoff Picture

Here are some must-watch games on Sunday in Week 13 as the playoffs inch closer.

**Which teams have been eliminated from NFL playoff contention?

One team in each conference has been eliminated from playoff contention so far:

• AFC:
• NFC:

**How many teams get a bye in the NFL playoffs?

Only the top seed in each conference gets a bye to the Divisional Round.

**How do the NFL playoffs work?

Teams are seeded No. 1 through No. 7 in each conference, with the four division winners ranked by regular-season record followed by the three wild-card teams ranked by regular-season record.

The matchups in the opening round of the playoffs are No. 2 vs. No. 7, No. 3 vs. No. 6, and No. 4 vs. No. 5.

Do the NFL playoffs reseed?

Yes, the NFL reseeds in the playoffs. That means the top seed in each conference will draw the lowest-seeded team to advance beyond the opening round of the playoffs.

**When does the 2024 NFL regular season end?

The regular season will conclude with Week 18 action on Sunday, January 5.

**When do the NFL playoffs start?

The postseason is then slated to begin with Super Wild Card Weekend from Saturday, January 11 to Monday, January 13.

**What is the NFL playoff schedule?

The Divisional Round will take place from Saturday, January 18 to Sunday, January 19, setting up the AFC and NFC Championship Games on Sunday, January 26.

**When is the 2025 Super Bowl?

The AFC and NFC champions will square off in Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, February 9.

**Where is the 2025 Super Bowl being played?

Caesars Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints, in the Big Easy will host the Big Game.

Conclusion

The Kansas City Chiefs have secured their spot in the 2024 NFL playoffs, and the journey to the Super Bowl is just beginning. With the regular season coming to a close and the playoffs on the horizon, fans are eagerly anticipating the excitement that lies ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many teams make the NFL playoffs?
A: 14 teams — seven from each conference.

Q: How many NFL wild-card teams are there?
A: Three wild-card teams in each conference.

Q: Which teams are in the NFL playoffs so far?
A: The Chiefs are the only team to clinch a playoff spot entering Sunday’s Week 13 action.

Q: Which teams have been eliminated from NFL playoff contention?
A: One team in each conference has been eliminated from playoff contention.

Q: How many teams get a bye in the NFL playoffs?
A: Only the top seed in each conference gets a bye to the Divisional Round.

Q: How do the NFL playoffs work?
A: Teams are seeded No. 1 through No. 7 in each conference, with the four division winners ranked by regular-season record followed by the three wild-card teams ranked by regular-season record.