The NFL playoff bracket is ever-changing and differs from the static formats common in other leagues. That means that seedings play a big role in future matchups. The No. 1 seeded Broncos and Seahawks will face off against the worst team, based on seeding, remaining in their conference in the divisional-round.

The Jaguars clinched the AFC South by besting the Titans in Week 18. They remain in the hunt for the No. 1 seed, although they'll need the Broncos and Patriots to lose their matchups to have a shot at the top spot. The Steelers clinched the AFC North and the final playoff spot by beating the Ravens in Week 18.

The Dallas Cowboys are now the only team in NFL Playoff history to "accomplish" an unfortunate Wild Card Weekend feat.

With the win, the Steelers clinched the AFC North, and they'll now host the Texans in the wild-card round. The AFC North was one of four divisions got clinched during a wild Week 18, and that included a wild NFC South race that ended in the most unlikely way possible.

The NFL playoff picture continues to take shape in Week 17, with the last two playoff spots available to be clinched as soon as Dec. 28. The AFC North and NFC South division winners are the last two unclaimed spots in the NFL playoffs, and both will be decided in Week 18.

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The NFC West has a new leader and the top three teams have changed spots. The Seattle Seahawks are now the leader in the division, while the Arizona Cardinals remain in last place, the spot they have clinched.

After nearly two decades at the helm, Tomlin has confirmed his decision to step aside as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers.