NFL Playoff Bracket Picture 2026-27 and AFC, NFC Standings After Week 9 SNF

The NFL Playoff picture is heating up following an explosive and dramatic Week 9 early slate.

Who is currently in the Wild Card Hunt, and what teams are on the outside looking in?

Find out in this coverage of the day's action.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars (6-2, AFC South)

The Los Angeles Rams entered the 2026 season with Super Bowl expectations but a poor start amid "super team" claims left some wondering whether they would make the playoffs, let alone compete for a Lombardi Trophy.

While there are still plenty of concerns, including the lack of a legitimate No. 2 wide receiver with Davante Adams on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury, the team is above .500 for the first time this season.

Matthew Stafford carved up the Washington Commanders' defense, finding star wideout Puka Nacua 14 times for 150 yards and a touchdown.

Myles Garrett returned from the IL to record three sacks and a forced fumble. The Rams defense tallied four total sacks and two forced fumbles in another dominant afternoon for coordinator Chris Shula's squad.

The 20-13 win did little to calm tensions among fans who believe this team pales in comparison to last year's squad, which fell short of the Super Bowl by one game, but a Week 10 match-up against Arizona and a much-needed bye week are just what the proverbial doctor ordered for a team that has been banged up.

After the bye? A Thanksgiving Eve date with the Green Bay Packers.