Not every NFL team has been fortunate enough to win the ultimate prize: the Super Bowl. Although the league is designed with mechanisms like salary caps, free agency, and drafts to maintain competitive balance, some teams have struggled to secure the championship.
Out of the 58 editions of the Super Bowl, 20 different teams have tasted victory, while 28 teams have played in the big game. However, there remains a group of 12 franchises that have never clinched a Super Bowl title.
Here's the list of those teams:
- Atlanta Falcons
- Arizona Cardinals
- Buffalo Bills
- Carolina Panthers
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Cleveland Browns
- Detroit Lions
- Houston Texans
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Minnesota Vikings
- Tennessee Titans
Despite these teams’ long histories, they have yet to secure that coveted Lombardi Trophy.
NFL Playoffs Heating Up
As Wild Card weekend concludes, the NFL playoffs are intensifying with matchups that have high stakes for the teams involved. Among the exciting matchups are the Los Angeles Rams facing the Minnesota Vikings. This game has been relocated to Arizona following recent wildfires in Los Angeles, and it promises to be an exciting clash.
Chiefs Set to Challenge the Texans
One of the most thrilling matchups of the divisional round features the Kansas City Chiefs, who are coming off a stellar regular-season performance with a 15-2 record. They will face the Houston Texans, who secured the fourth seed with an 11-7 record. Kansas City is on a historic run, aiming for their third consecutive Super Bowl appearance. This showdown is pivotal for both teams as they aim for the ultimate prize.
Game Details:
- Date: Saturday, Jan. 18, 4:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri
- TV: ESPN/ABC
- Line: KC -8, O/U 42
Lions Face Washington in NFC Showdown
In the NFC, the Detroit Lions will face the Washington Commanders in what promises to be a thrilling divisional round matchup. Detroit secured the top seed in the NFC with a dominant victory over the Vikings in their final regular-season game. On the other hand, Washington is looking to make a statement after securing their first postseason win since 2005.
Game Details:
- Date: Saturday, Jan. 18, 8:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Ford Field, Detroit
- TV: FOX
- Line: DET -8.5, O/U 55.5
Eagles Await Winner of Rams/Vikings Matchup
With a strong 14-3 regular-season record, the Philadelphia Eagles are waiting for the winner of the Rams and Vikings Wild Card game. The Eagles will have the home-field advantage at Lincoln Financial Field, where they hope to continue their playoff success and potentially return to the Super Bowl.
Game Details:
- Date: Sunday, Jan. 19, 3:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
- TV: NBC
Ravens Set to Face Bills in AFC Showdown
Another exciting matchup features the Baltimore Ravens against the Buffalo Bills. Baltimore enters the divisional round with a 13-5 record, while the Bills come in with a 14-4 record. This AFC showdown is sure to be packed with action, as both teams are poised for a deep playoff run.
Game Details:
- Date: Sunday, Jan. 19, 6:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, New York
- TV: CBS
- Line: BAL -1, O/U 51.5
Updated NFL Playoff Brackets
NFC Playoff Picture:
- 1. Detroit Lions (15-2) vs. 6. Washington Commanders (13-5)
- 2. Philadelphia Eagles (15-3) vs. Rams/Vikings (TBD)
AFC Playoff Picture:
- 1. Kansas City Chiefs (15-2) vs. 4. Houston Texans (11-7)
- 3. Baltimore Ravens (13-5) vs. 2. Buffalo Bills (14-4)
Looking Ahead: Championship Games
The AFC and NFC Championship games are set for Sunday, January 26. The winners of the divisional round will face off for a chance to make it to the Super Bowl.
Championship Game Details:
- NFC Championship Game: Sunday, Jan. 26, 3:00 p.m. ET (Fox)
- AFC Championship Game: Sunday, Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m. ET (CBS)