As of the end of Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season, multiple teams have already been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. The list is slightly different across outlets, but they agree on a clear core group.
Confirmed eliminated teams
Most current sources agree that these teams are out of the playoff race as of Week 15, 2025:
- New York Giants
- Tennessee Titans
- Las Vegas Raiders
- New Orleans Saints
- Arizona Cardinals
- New York Jets
- Cleveland Browns
- Washington Commanders
- Atlanta Falcons
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Minnesota Vikings
Why lists may differ
Some articles were written earlier in December and only included the first nine eliminated teams, before the Chiefs, Bengals, and Vikings were officially knocked out. Newer playoff-picture pieces and bracket trackers reflect the updated eliminations after Week 15 results.