Resumo da Semana 16 da NFL

Last Updated on Dezembro 23, 2025 4:16 pm by Erwin Noguera

The third-to-last week of the regular season completely shook up the NFL landscape. Week 16 brought with it resolutions that leave no room for ambiguity: several teams consolidated their path to the playoffs, others took a firm step toward securing their position in the standings, and still others were caught between hope and elimination.

The day was marked by unlikely comebacks, divisional clashes that were decided in overtime, and games where pressure played as big a role as talent. In more than one stadium, the script changed in a matter of minutes, confirming that at this stage of the calendar, there are no comfortable advantages or definitive scores. The teams that were able to hold on in critical moments strengthened their candidacy for January, while those that let key opportunities slip away began to see their margin for error reduced to a minimum.

With some division titles still up for grabs and several wild-card spots far from decided, the league officially entered its most cruel and selective phase. Week 16 not only delivered results, but it also sent clear messages about who is ready to withstand the pressure of the finish and who is beginning to buckle under it. With two games remaining, the road to the playoffs is no longer a projection: it is an open battle where every snap can change the order of the NFL.

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NFL Week 16 Games

Resumo da Semana 16 da NFL: Seattle Seahawks vs. Los Angeles Rams

Week 16 kicked off with a real thriller on Thursday night. Seattle and Los Angeles were tied at the top of the NFC West and played an intense, back-and-forth game that went into overtime. The Seahawks survived several adverse moments, managed to stay afloat when the score was against them, and executed with precision in overtime to seal a hugely valuable victory.

With the victory, Seattle took a direct advantage in the divisional race and took a firm step toward a better seed in the conference. For the Rams, the blow was twofold: in addition to losing a close game, they lost ground in the fight for the Western Conference lead, forcing them to win and hope for help in the final two weeks.

Result: Seahawks 38–37 Rams

Resumo da Semana 16 da NFL: Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers

Chicago defended its place at the top of the NFC North after beating Green Bay in a defensive battle full of drama. The Packers struck first with field goals and relied on their defense, but the game took a turn when Jordan Love left with a concussion, and Malik Willis had to take charge.

Despite that, Green Bay managed to pull away momentarily, but the Bears never stopped pushing. Cairo Santos was key with several field goals that kept Chicago alive, while Caleb Williams led the decisive series. In overtime, the Bears sealed the victory with a touchdown pass that sparked celebration and left them one step away from securing the division if they finish strong.

Result: Bears 22 –16 Packers

Resumo da Semana 16 da NFL: Carolina Panthers x Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The first chapter of the head-to-head battle for the NFC South crown went to Carolina in a close, back-and-forth game. The Panthers struck early, Tampa Bay responded, and the lead changed hands in the final minutes. The game was a nail-biter in which neither team managed to pull away for good.

Ryan Fitzgerald ended up being the deciding factor with three field goals, including the one that broke the tie in the final moments. Carolina came away with a vital, though not definitive, victory in a series that will be decided in the coming weeks. For the Buccaneers, the loss deepened a difficult second half of the season and left them needing to win on the road to stay alive in the division race.

Result: Panthers 23 –20 Buccaneers

Resumo da Semana 16 da NFL: Baltimore Ravens vs. New England Patriots

New England staged one of the most remarkable comebacks of Week 16 and secured its place in the playoffs with a high-caliber victory in Baltimore. The Patriots overcame a double-digit deficit in the fourth quarter and closed out the game with an explosive offense led by Drake Maye, who had the best performance of his young career.

The Ravens seemed to be in control after taking advantage of the departure of key players from their opponents, but timely mistakes and turnovers ended up tipping the scales. Lamar Jackson’s injury complicated the finish for Baltimore, which was unable to hold on to its lead. New England, on the other hand, showed character, depth, and composure in a hostile environment, confirming that its return to the postseason is a reality.

Result: Ravens 24–28 Patriots