Photo highlights from the 16th week of the NFL season. This gallery was curated by AP photo editors. AP NFL: AP photography:

It was closer than expected, but Buffalo got it done. James Cook had a huge game for the Bills, rushing 16 times for 117 yards and two scores. Buffalo improved to 11-4 with the win and moved one step closer to clinching a playoff spot. All the Bills need now is for the Texans OR Colts to lose OR tie their games.

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III snags a short pass from quarterback Sam Darnold for a huge 46-yard gain during Thursday's Week 16 matchup with the Rams. Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet bulldozes into the end zone for a 4-yard touchdown during Thursday's NFC West matchup with the Los Angeles Rams.

There was plenty of exciting football on Thursday and Saturday, but there should be even more thrilling action on the gridiron on Sunday.

Watch the top touchdowns from Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season. Highlights from the Week 16 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Indianapolis Colts during the 2025 NFL season.

Watch highlights from New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough vs. the New York Jets in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season.

The Steelers took over first place in the AFC North by surviving the Ravens after an overturned touchdown in the final minutes. The Jaguars remain atop the AFC South after dismantling the Colts, who lost Daniel Jones to an Achilles injury. And the Bills all but dashed the Bengals' playoff hopes with a 39-34 win in the snow.

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