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Ravens stand alone with the best record in NFL after 33-19 win over 49ers

We’re looking at takaways and observations from the Baltimore Ravens 33-19 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas Night in Week 16

Lamar Jackson was 23-35 passing, for 252 yards and two touchdowns. Jackson also led the Ravens with seven carries for 45 yards and kept the 49ers defense off balance all evening as John Harbaugh’s team made an emphatic statement with a 33-19 win on Christmas night.

The Baltimore defense pressured San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy, ruining his MVP hopes after holding the second-year signal-caller to 18-32 passing for 255 yards and four interceptions.

The Ravens will host the Dolphins in Baltimore on Sunday for the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and with preparation set to begin, here’s an added analysis of the win.

Top photos from Ravens 33-19 win over the 49ers on Christmas night

We’re looking at the best Photos from the Baltimore Ravens 33-19 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas night in Week 16

Baltimore took a trip to Santa Clara, California, and dominated the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas Night.

Lamar Jackson was 23-35 passing, for 252 yards and two touchdowns. Jackson also led the Ravens with seven carries for 45 yards and kept the 49er’s defense off-balance all evening.

The Baltimore defense pressured San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy, ruining his MVP hopes after holding the second-year signal-caller to 18-32 passing for 255 yards and four interceptions.

The Ravens will host the Dolphins in Baltimore on Sunday for the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and with preparation set to begin, here are the top photos from Monday night’s win.

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Where the Bills sit in the AFC playoff picture after Chargers win

Where the #Bills sit in the AFC playoff picture after #Chargers win:

The Buffalo Bills went into Week 16 against the Los Angeles on the outside of the AFC playoff picture.

Naturally, a 24-22 win helps their case.

Now an above .500 football team, the Bills sit in a better spot in terms of postseason seeding. In fact, if the season ended today they’d be in.

What is further helped the Bills is their record in the AFC. Their win against Los Angeles helps there.

Up next, Buffalo will head into another tough matchup. They’ll travel to host the New England Patriots (4-11) who already beat them this season.

With that, here is how the full AFC standings look following the Bills’ win over the Chargers:

* – Denotes division leader.
**- Wild-card team.

Here’s every way the Bills can clinch a playoff berth in Week 17

Here’s every way the #Bills can clinch a playoff berth in Week 17 with a win:

The Buffalo Bills had plenty of things go their way last weekend. Not only did they beat the Los Angeles Chargers, 24-22, other cards fell the Bills’ way and the playoffs are now within reach.

Up next for the Bills (9-6) is a clash at home against the New England Patriots (4-11) in Week 17. With a win (or a tie) and some help, Buffalo could officially be playoff bound with some help from around the league.

Here’s the full rundown of Bills playoff scenarios in Week 17:

Instant analysis of Ravens dominant 33-19 win over 49ers on Monday Night Football

We’re looking at an instant analysis of the Baltimore Ravens dominant 33-19 win over San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football

After listening to pundits, Mike Florio and experts pick the 49ers to win, Baltimore took a trip to Santa Clara, California and dominated the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas Night.

Lamar Jackson was 23-35 passing, for 252 yards and two touchdowns. Jackson also led the Ravens with 7 carries for 45 yards, and was able to keep the 49ers defense off balance all evening.

The Baltimore defense pressured San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy, ruining his MVP hopes after holding the second-year signal-caller to 18-32 passing, for 255 yards and four interceptions.

The Ravens will host the Dolphins in Baltimore on Sunday for the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and with preparation set to begin, here’s instant analysis of the dominant win.

Takeaways and observations from Eagles 33-25 win over Giants in Week 16

We’re looking at takeaways and observations from the Philadelphia Eagles 33-25 win over New York Giants in Week 16

Philadelphia snapped a three-game losing streak and needs to beat Arizona next week and defeat the Giants again in the season finale to finish atop the NFC East.

The Eagles (11-4) now hold a one-game lead over the Cowboys in the NFC East after their 33-25 win over the Giants on Christmas Day.   Philadelphia is 11-0 at the Linc against New York since 2014 and beat the Giants three times last season in Brian Daboll’s first season.

With the matchup complete, here are takeaways and observations of the ugly win.

Instant analysis of Eagles 33-25 win over the Giants on Christmas Day

We’re looking at the instant analysis of the Philadelphia Eagles 33-25 win over the New York Giants on Christmas Day at Lincoln Financial Field

It wasn’t pretty, but the Eagles (11-4) now hold a one-game lead over the Cowboys in the NFC East after their 33-25 win over the Giants on Christmas Day.

Philadelphia snapped a three-game losing streak and needs to beat Arizona next week and defeat the Giants again in the season finale to finish atop the NFC East.

The Eagles are 11-0 at the Linc against New York since 2014 and beat the Giants three times last season in Brian Daboll’s first season.

With the matchup complete, here’s an instant analysis of the ugly win.

Ravens inactives for Week 16: Zay Flowers to start vs. 49ers on Monday Night Football

Zay Flowers is active for Ravens matchup vs. 49ers in Week 16

The Ravens released their list of inactive for Monday night, and although the team will be without three cornerbacks, rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers will be in the starting lineup.

Baltimore will be looking to win five straight for the first time since 2021.

Highlights and takeaways from first half as Eagles hold a 20-3 lead over Giants

We’re looking at takeaways from the first half as the Philadelphia Eagles hold a 20-3 lead over the New York Giants on Christmas Day

The Eagles needed some good vibes at Lincoln Financial Field, and through one half of play, Matt Patricia’s defense has been stout while holding Brian Daboll’s offense to three total points.

On offense, A.J. Brown broke DeVonta Smith’s record for receptions in a season, while Jalen Hurts moved past Cam Newton for rushing touchdowns in a season.

Philadelphia is up 20-3, with room for more efficiency.

With the second half underway, we’re looking at highlights and takeaways from the first half.

Updated AFC playoff picture after Chiefs 20-14 loss to Raiders on Christmas Day

Updated AFC playoff picture after Chiefs 20-14 loss to Raiders and ahead of Ravens showdown vs. 49ers on Christmas Day

The Ravens are a little over four hours from their much-anticipated matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, and the AFC playoff picture was just rocked by the Chief’s upset loss to the Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.

Miami defeated Dallas, 22-20, to clinch a postseason berth for the second consecutive season.  The Dolphins win also put Philadelphia back into first place in the NFC East.

Kansas City could not clinch the AFC West after losing to Las Vegas.

Cleveland wide receiver Amari Cooper had 11 receptions for a single-game franchise record of 265 yards and two touchdowns in the Browns’ 36-22 win over Houston.

With the kickoff for Baltimore and San Francisco fast approaching, here is an updated AFC playoff picture.