Things are always interesting in the NFL, but we've cranked the intensity tenfold after flipping the calendar to December. We're in the final full month of the 2025 regular season, making each contest fall further under the microscope as playoff hopes hang in the balance. That creates fascinating matchups to not only watch, but wager on as well.

According to NFL.com, the Indianapolis Colts have an 85% chance to make the playoffs if they win, 55% if they lose.

The AFC North “Championship” game is tonight at 8:20 p.m. on NBC as the Ravens come into town for a winner-take-all game. Will our Steelers be able to eke out a win and advance to the playoffs? It’s win or go home.

Here’s how The Baltimore Sun sports staff views the outcome of Sunday night’s Week 18 game between the Ravens and Steelers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh that will decide the AFC North champion: Brian Wacker,