NFL Week 17: Bills lose to Eagles; Raiders near 2026 No. 1 pick.

Philadelphia secured a victory over Buffalo, notwithstanding being scoreless in the latter half. Buffalo managed to put up all 12 of its points in the second half, with the contest concluding on an unsuccessful two-point conversion attempt by the Bills in the final minutes. Jalen Hurts concluded the match for Philadelphia with 110 air yards and a single touchdown. A.J. Brown recorded five receptions for 68 yards, while Saquon Barkley gained 68 yards on the ground. Josh Allen threw for 262 yards and contributed two rushing scores, though he was sacked five times. James Cook III accumulated 74 rushing yards, and Brandin Cooks delivered a crucial performance with four catches for 101 yards. Both squads had previously secured their spots in the playoffs within their conferences, yet final seeding remained undecided, indicating continued stakes for both.

Josh Allen’s touchdown narrowed the gap for the Bills to a single point. Buffalo attempted a two-point conversion but was unsuccessful. The Eagles held a 13-12 advantage with just five seconds left in the game.

Buffalo employed the “tush push” strategy against Philadelphia, with Josh Allen scoring the Bills’ initial points of the game late in the fourth quarter. The subsequent extra point attempt by the Bills was blocked. The Eagles maintained a 13-7 lead.

New York thoroughly defeated Las Vegas with a final score of 34-10. Giants signal-caller Jaxson Dart accumulated 207 passing yards, 48 rushing yards, and contributed two rushing touchdowns. Wideout Wan’Dale Robinson secured 11 catches for 113 yards. For the Raiders, the loss offered little positive, as Geno Smith threw for 176 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions, in addition to being sacked three times. Running back Ashton Jeanty gained 60 yards on the ground. Michael Mayer registered nine receptions for 89 yards, and Tyler Lockett caught two passes, including one for a score. This defeat positions the Raiders, now at 2-14, as the primary contender for the top selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Following a dynamic initial half, neither side managed to put points on the board during the third quarter. On fourth down, Buffalo’s Josh Allen attempted a run towards the goal line but was denied entry to the end zone by Philadelphia’s defensive unit. The Eagles maintained a 13-0 advantage over the Bills entering the fourth quarter.

The New York Giants are performing strongly, with Jaxson Dart casually walking in for his second ground score of the contest. This marks his ninth rushing touchdown of the current campaign, and the Giants appear set to secure their initial road victory since October 2024, when they defeated Seattle.

New York quickly made an impact, with Deonte Banks returning the kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown. The Giants extended their lead over the Raiders to 27-10.

Las Vegas Raiders signal-caller Geno Smith connected with receiver Tyler Lockett in the rear of the end zone for a score. This marked Lockett’s initial touchdown of the campaign. The Giants held a 20-10 lead as both teams prepared for the final quarter.

The New York Giants have the opportunity to secure the top selection in the 2026 draft if they suffer a defeat this Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. A victory for the Giants in the subsequent week would be inconsequential if they lose this week, as no team with a 3-14 record would conclude the season with a weaker strength of schedule (SOS). Conversely, the Raiders would not finalize the No. 1 pick solely with a loss in this game.

Philadelphia completely dominated the first half against Buffalo. The Eagles’ defensive unit limited the Bills’ offense to a mere 122 total yards and brought down Josh Allen three times. Jalen Hurts threw for 115 yards and a touchdown pass for Philadelphia. A.J. Brown secured five receptions for 68 yards, while Dallas Goedert contributed three catches for eight yards and a touchdown. Josh Allen completed 70% of his throws for 90 yards, but the Bills remained scoreless in the opening half. Allen also committed an expensive fumble which the Eagles capitalized on for points. James Cook III carried the ball nine times for 39 rushing yards. Brandin Cooks hauled in a 50-yard pass, standing out as Buffalo’s main offensive play in the first half.

The New York Giants controlled the initial half versus Las Vegas, leading 17-3. Jaxson Dart delivered 134 passing yards, connecting on 15 of 20 attempts, and added a touchdown on the ground. Devin Singletary accounted for the Giants’ other rushing touchdown in the first half. Wan’Dale Robinson recorded nine catches for 97 yards. For the Raiders, Geno Smith completed 12 of 15 passes for 100 yards, while Ashton Jeanty managed only 16 rushing yards. Tre Tucker caught four passes for 42 yards, and Michael Mayer also had four receptions for 31 yards.

According to head coach Dave Canales, Carolina Panthers tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders sustained a broken ankle during Sunday’s 27-10 defeat by the Seattle Seahawks. Sanders was immediately sidelined after being removed from the field via a cart due to his ankle issue. The injury occurred on the very first play of the game when he was rolled up on. In his second professional season, Sanders has accumulated 29 receptions for 190 yards and one touchdown. The upcoming match between the Panthers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next Sunday will be pivotal in determining the NFC South champion.

The Giants extended their advantage with a touchdown run by Jaxson Dart. New York now leads Las Vegas 14-3.

Jalen Hurts connected with Dallas Goedert for a one-yard touchdown grab. The Eagles established a 7-0 lead.

During a scramble, Josh Allen lost possession of the ball in a contentious play; though it initially seemed he was attempting a pass, a subsequent review confirmed it as a Bills fumble and an Eagles’ recovery.

Bills signal-caller Josh Allen linked up with Brandin Cooks for an impressive 50-yard catch.

Per head coach Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington suffered a broken arm during Sunday’s 13-6 defeat by the Cleveland Browns. Before his injury, Washington had recorded two receptions for 15 yards. This season, Washington has accumulated 29 catches for 349 yards and a score. Since joining the league, Washington has also played a crucial role in the Steelers’ ground attack as a blocker. Furthermore, the Steelers will be without wide receiver DK Metcalf in their subsequent game, as he will be serving the second part of his two-game suspension. The Steelers’ impending match against the Baltimore Ravens next week will determine the champion of the AFC North.

The New York Giants’ running back plunged in from one yard away for a touchdown, capitalizing on an interception by their defense. The Giants held a 7-0 lead as the first quarter concluded.

Indianapolis Colts rookie quarterback Riley Leonard entered the game for Philip Rivers to attempt a Hail Mary pass. The Jaguars ultimately defeated the Colts 23-17 after securing an interception in the end zone. The Colts registered their sixth consecutive loss and were subsequently removed from playoff contention on Saturday following a victory by the Houston Texans. The Colts, who began the season with an 8-2 record, concluded at 8-8.

The Jacksonville Jaguars triumphed over the Indianapolis Colts with a final score of 23-17, improving their record to 12-4. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence spearheaded the Jaguars’ efforts, completing 23 of 37 passes for 263 yards and throwing one interception. He additionally contributed 26 yards and two touchdowns via rushes. Lawrence’s ninth rushing touchdown of the campaign surpassed his combined total from the preceding two years. Only Josh Allen and Jalen Hurts have registered more red-zone rushing attempts than Lawrence. Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. also displayed effectiveness in the ground game, accumulating 76 yards on 17 carries. Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington was the leading pass-catcher with eight grabs for 115 yards. The Jaguars’ defensive unit effectively contained Colts quarterback Philip Rivers and running back Jonathan Taylor. Rivers concluded the game completing 17 of 30 passes for 147 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Taylor managed 70 yards and a touchdown on 21 carries. Freshman tight end Tyler Warren led his team with five receptions for 43 yards. Michael Pittman Jr. had two catches for 16 yards before briefly exiting the game due to a calf issue. The Colts recorded their sixth consecutive defeat and were removed from playoff contention on Saturday following a Houston Texans victory. The Colts, who began the season strong at 8-2, finished 8-8. The Jaguars extended their winning streak to seven games and currently top the AFC South with a 12-4 record, while the Texans trail by one game at 11-5.