NFL Week 15: Biggest questions, takeaways for every game - ESPN

Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season began with an NFC South game between the Falcons and Buccaneers on Thursday night. Led by three touchdowns from tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., the Falcons won thanks to a field goal from kicker Zane Gonzalez as time expired.

In the early window Sunday, the Eagles bounced back from a five-turnover performance last week with a shutout win over the Raiders. The Bengals and Chiefs were eliminated from playoff contention after losses to the Ravens and Chargers, respectively. Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes left the Chiefs' loss late in the fourth quarter with a left knee injury.

The Bills denied the Patriots a chance to clinch the AFC East title. And in the NFC East, the Commanders ended an eight-game losing streak with a win against the Giants. The Texans and Jaguars also scored 40-plus points in dominant victories. Meanwhile, the Bears easily handled the Browns, marking the team's first 10-win season since 2018.

In the late window, the Rams and Broncos clinched playoff berths with wins over the Lions and Packers, respectively. Green Bay lost edge rusher Micah Parsons (knee) and wide receiver Christian Watson (chest) to injuries in the third quarter. The 49ers and Seahawks also won, with Seattle squeaking by the Colts in 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers' first start in five years. In a big NFC South matchup, the Saints defeated the Panthers thanks to a winning field goal from Charlie Smyth. The Vikings ended Sunday's action with a win over the Cowboys.

On Monday, the Steelers ended the Dolphins' four-game win streak.

Our NFL Nation reporters reacted to all the action, answering lingering questions coming out of each game and detailing everything you need to know for every team. Let's