With Super Bowl LX wrapped up (Seattle Seahawks defeating the New England Patriots 29-13 on February 8, 2026), NFL fans are already looking ahead to next season. The 2026 NFL regular season will set the stage for the 2027 playoffs (for the 2026 season), kicking off in January 2027 and culminating in Super Bowl LXI on Valentine’s Day weekend.
Our free Printable 2027 NFL Playoff Bracket is perfect for office pools, fantasy leagues, family challenges, or just tracking your predictions as standings emerge. Download the blank template below (or use our generator to customize with team logos/seeds once divisions clarify), fill in your picks from Wild Card to Super Bowl, and stay updated as the NFL confirms final dates/times closer to the postseason.
2027 NFL Playoff Overview & Format
The NFL postseason features 14 teams (7 per conference: top seed gets bye, Wild Card round for 2-7 seeds). The bracket is reseeded after Wild Card: highest remaining seed hosts lower seeds in Divisional Round.
- Wild Card Round: 6 games (3 AFC, 3 NFC)
- Divisional Round: 4 games
- Conference Championships: 2 games (AFC & NFC)
- Super Bowl LXI: AFC Champion vs. NFC Champion
2027 NFL Playoff Schedule
Here are the estimated Key Dates and playoff schedule (tentative, based on patterns from recent seasons and confirmed Super Bowl slot; NFL may adjust slightly, especially if an 18-game regular season expands):
- Wild Card Weekend: January 16-18, 2027
- Divisional Round: January 23-24, 2027
- Conference Championships: January 31, 2027
- Super Bowl LXI: Sunday, February 14, 2027 – SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California (home of Rams/Chargers; second Super Bowl there after LVI in 2022)
Broadcast Notes (tentative assignments based on rotation; subject to change):
- Networks: CBS, FOX, NBC/Peacock, ESPN/ABC (Super Bowl on ESPN/ABC simulcast for first time), potential Prime Video involvement.
- Wild Card: Mix of CBS/FOX, NBC/Peacock, ESPN/ABC.
- Divisional: TBD (typically CBS/FOX/NBC).
- Conference Championships: FOX (NFC), CBS (AFC).
- Super Bowl LXI: ESPN (primary) with ABC simulcast, plus streaming on ESPN App, Disney+, NFL+; ManningCast alternate likely.
Printable 2027 NFL Playoff Bracket
Here’s the printable 2027 NFL Playoff bracket for you. You can save/use the image format, or download it in PDF format here. We also have the 2027 NFL Playoff schedule posted up here for you.
2027 NFL Playoff Bracket (Table Format)
Here’s the 2027 NFL Playoff bracket for you in table format.
| Round | Matchup Placeholder | Winner (Your Pick) | Notes/Date/TV |
| Wild Card | AFC: TBD vs. TBD | Jan 16-18 | |
| Wild Card | AFC: TBD vs. TBD | ||
| Wild Card | AFC: TBD vs. TBD | ||
| Wild Card | NFC: TBD vs. TBD | ||
| Wild Card | NFC: TBD vs. TBD | ||
| Wild Card | NFC: TBD vs. TBD | ||
| Divisional | AFC: #1 vs. Lowest WC Winner | Jan 23-24 | |
| Divisional | AFC: Higher vs. Lower | ||
| Divisional | NFC: #1 vs. Lowest WC Winner | ||
| Divisional | NFC: Higher vs. Lower | ||
| Conf. Champ | AFC Championship | Jan 31 (CBS) | |
| Conf. Champ | NFC Championship | Jan 31 (FOX) | |
| Super Bowl LXI | AFC Champ vs. NFC Champ | Feb 14 (ESPN/ABC) @ SoFi Stadium |
How to Use/Fill the Bracket:
- Start with Wild Card: Pick winners for the 6 games (seeds 2-7 in each conference).
- Reseed for Divisional: Highest seed hosts lowest remaining opponent.
- Advance to Champs & Super Bowl: Track your predicted path.
- Pool Tips: For office pools, use confidence points, tiebreakers (e.g., Super Bowl total points), or squares variants.
- Track Live: Bookmark our site for updates as 2026 season unfolds. We’ll fill in real seeds, times, and channels.
Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium promises a holiday-weekend vibe on Valentine’s Day. Early favorites will emerge from 2026 standings, but anything can happen in the playoffs! You can checkout the 2026-27 NFL regular season schedules as information gets released here. We also have all future NFL schedules posted here for you.
All dates/TV are tentative and based on NFL patterns/rotations as of early 2026. Official schedule releases closer to season end. Gamble responsibly if betting involved.
2027 NFL Playoffs Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When do the 2027 NFL Playoffs start?
The 2027 NFL postseason is scheduled to begin with Super Wild Card Weekend on Saturday, January 16, 2027. This follows the conclusion of the 18-week regular season on January 10.
How many teams qualify for the 2027 NFL Playoff bracket?
A total of 14 teams make the NFL playoffs—seven from the AFC and seven from the NFC. The field consists of the eight division winners and six wild-card teams (three per conference).
Does the #1 seed still get a first-round bye?
Yes. Under the current 14-team format, only the No. 1 seed in each conference receives a first-round bye. The other six teams in each conference must play during the Wild Card round.
Where is Super Bowl LXI being played?
Super Bowl LXI is scheduled to take place on Sunday, February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. This marks a homecoming for the big game in your local Southern California region!
When is the 2026-27 NFL regular season schedule released?
The full 2026-27 NFL schedule, including dates and times for all 272 games, is expected to be released by the league in mid-May 2026, typically on a Wednesday or Thursday evening.
Can I use this bracket for an office pool?
Absolutely. Our printable 2027 NFL Playoff bracket is a high-resolution PDF designed specifically for office pools and home tracking. You can also use our Interactive Bracket Maker to advance teams in real-time on your mobile device.
