Travis Kelce didn’t give any new hints about his possible retirement with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a>. The only thing he confirmed is that, even though they are already eliminated, the legendary tight end will not sit out the three remaining matchups on the schedule. However, the veteran doesn’t know if he has played his last game with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a>.



“That’s crazy. I think I’d rather just keep the focus of the media and everything on this team right now. All the conversations that I have with the team and everything moving forward will be with them. It’s a unique time in my life. Unfortunately, I’ve got three games left and I know when the season ends this year. Typically, we go into it and we don’t know when it’s going to end and that’s the beauty of it. Just trying to make sure everybody here knows that I’m focused on trying to win games in these last three games.”



Kelce wanted to end his football career with a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> victory alongside his great friend. However, after a 6-8 record and with the quarterback’s knee injury, that is no longer possible.



<h2>Is Travis Kelce retiring?</h2>



Travis Kelce hasn’t confirmed if he will retire or not, and the only thing he guaranteed is that he hasn’t played his last game with the Chiefs yet. The tight end said he will participate in the matchups against the Titans, Broncos, and Raiders because it is his duty as a member of a historic franchise.


 

 


“It’s just integrity, man. I signed up to be a Kansas City Chief and I love doing what I do. I know I’ve been dreaming of being in these moments and playing for an NFL team since I was a kid. Getting back to that will give you more motivation than you could ever need to play this game. That’s just how you need to go about work, whether you’re in the race or not (for the playoffs).”



Rumors about Kelce’s future continue to grow, as he is already engaged to Taylor Swift and even has a wedding date set for next year. The player has appeared resigned on his podcast New Heights, which has led many experts to believe he will retire.


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Travis Kelce confirms if he has played his last game with Patrick Mahomes

Travis Kelce confirms if he has played his last game with Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs as tight end sends retirement message

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Mike Tomlin and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> confirmed that T.J. Watt has been officially ruled out for the game against the Detroit Lions due to his lung issue. It’s the second game the linebacker will miss.



“I got no update. I’m gonna let him talk. You guys see he’s back in the building. I’m just a little bit hesitant to talk about medical. It’s a little bit different than injury and so my preference is to allow him to speak for himself.”



Watt suffered a puncture in his lung during a dry needling treatment inside the Steelers’ facility, and the big question is when he will be back, considering it’s a crucial stretch of the season for their <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> aspirations.



<h2>Who is injured with Steelers?</h2>



In addition to T.J. Watt, guard Isaac Seumalo (triceps) and cornerback James Pierre (calf) are also injured for the Steelers and will not play against Detroit. Linebacker Nick Herbig is doubtful with a hamstring injury.


 

 


<h2>What do the Steelers need to make the playoffs?</h2>



The Steelers need to win their three remaining games against the Lions, Browns, and Ravens to qualify for the playoffs. They don’t depend on any other teams. If they secure all three victories, they will be AFC North champions and will host a playoff game in the Wild Card round.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-stefanski" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kevin Stefanski</a> and Shedeur Sanders haven’t gotten along as well as some would liked. However, there is more drama coming into that topic. As the Cleveland Browns prepare to face the Buffalo Bills, the head coach praised two of the rookies on the team, but didn’t say it about the quarterback.



Stefanski spoke wonders about Carson Schwesinger and Mason Graham ahead of the game against the Bills. While <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sanders</a> wasn’t mentioned, Stefanski is right about a couple of things. Schwesinger is a stud, he is the odds-on favorite to win the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. He leads the team in tackles and is sixth in the NFL with 133 as well.



As for Graham, he has 37 tackles, six tackles for loss, a half-sack and four passes defended this season. Stefanski said, “They’re made from the right stuff, that’s the exciting part of those two guys, who will be at the center of your defense for a very long time.” He then added, “They bring an attitude to our defense. They bring an attitude to our football team.”



<h2>Shedeur Sanders could make a big statement against the Bills</h2>



While the Bills are clearly a better team than the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Browns</a>, they have a lackluster defense. Hence, Shedeur Sanders could have a good game against a low-tier, yet high-profile defense.



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Sanders has had only one great game during his starting stint. Still, he hasn’t been able to get wins. Sanders is 1-4 as a starter right now. He even lost to the Tennessee Titans, one of the worst teams in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>.


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<h2>Stefanski might be praising rookies but he might not be there next year</h2>



Stefanski is in the hot seat. It’s absolutely possible that he loses his job as the Browns head coach next year. Cleveland has lost six of the last seven games. Stefanski’s rocky relationship with Sanders might also play a part in his future.



Stefanski has been a Coach of the Year before, so he might get suitors, but his time in Cleveland really seems like a time bomb. Only winning out might save his job, and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bills</a> are heavy favorites to win the Week 16 game.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Rams</a> suffered a painful OT loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football of Week 16 of the NFL season. But it was more than just that, since star wide receiver Puka Nacua criticized the officials and now received a hefty fine.



According to Jeremy Bergman of NFL.com, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> fined Puka Nacua a total of $25,000 for his comments on the officiating. This was also reported by Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Nacua made multiple comments about the referees.



First, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/puka-nacua" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nacua</a> appeared on a livestream with influencers Adin Ross and N3on. He said the NFL officials were “the worst” and also said, “These guys want to be … these guys are lawyers. They want to be on TV too,” Nacua said. “You don’t think he’s texting his friends in the group chat like, ‘Yo, you guys just saw me on&nbsp;Sunday Night Football. That wasn’t P.I., but I called it.‘” Then after the game, he tweeted another critic and soon thereafter deleted it.



<h2>Nacua is incredible on the field, but he’s a problem outside of it</h2>



Puka Nacua has made it an argument to be the best wide receiver in football. Just against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seahawks</a> alone, Nacua had 12 catches for 225 yards and two touchdowns. He has undoubtedly become the best wideout in football.



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Outside of the football field, it was a bad week for Nacua filled with controversies during the livestream, and now the fine. After the post, reporters told head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sean-mcvay" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sean McVay</a> about it and he was not happy. “I love him, we’re going to continue to put our arm around him and help him learn and grow, but we never want to do things that ever offend anybody, and I know he feels that same way.” While he defended him, he was visibly frustrated.


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<h2>The Rams are glad Nacua isn’t suspended though</h2>



It’s a heavy fine, but the Rams will count on Nacua for the next game. Nacua is the best weapon in the NFL and his chemistry with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-stafford" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Stafford</a> is immaculate. Puka is putting historic numbers during his young career.



Nacua leads the NFL in catches with 114 and in first downs received with 73. He also leads the NFL in yards per game with 113.7. In fact, Nacua is so great, that he has the best all-time record in yards per game with 96.9.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a> and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> have found in the Tush Push a great weapon for gaining first downs in recent games. The veteran watches from a distance while Connor Heyward is responsible for taking the ball.



Although the quarterback acknowledges that the play is unpopular in the NFL, they will continue using it as long as they can. “Well, we’ve been pretty good at it. Connor’s done a nice job at it. We had a wrinkle giving the ball to Kenny (Gainwell) against Chicago. That was a 50-yard gain. It’s not a play that anybody really likes, I don’t think, across the league. There’s been some talk about trying to get it out of the league. I think there’s a way to maybe find a happy medium on some of the splits and stuff, but, the way the rules are now, it’s been a play that we’ve had success with. So, Mike (Tomlin) likes it, Arthur (Smith) likes it and obviously Connor (Heyward) likes it too.”



At the beginning of the season, the Steelers had many problems on fourth and short, but since they adapted the Tush Push into their playbook, things have changed for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin">Mike Tomlin</a>. If they make it to the playoffs, it could be a huge asset.



<h2>What does Aaron Rodgers do in the Tush Push with Steelers?</h2>



Aaron Rodgers lines up a few yards behind the offensive line in the Tush Push with the Steelers and simply watches as his teammates try to get the first down. This has become one of the most famous videos and the origin of memes on social media during the 2025 season.


 

 


However, many experts believe that offensive coordinator Arthur Smith could be setting up the field for a trick play that might be used in a clutch moment of the regular season or perhaps in the playoffs, with Rodgers throwing the ball unexpectedly.



“You never know. I will say that it’s not a 10 on 11 play. I’ve seen that in some places where they say: ‘Oh, it’s 10 on 11. What’s the quarterback doing back there just standing with his hands on his hips? There’s a lot of guys who aren’t involved in that play. Usually, a deep safety and the guys on the edges have absolutely zero impact on the play. So, as long as we’re going to keep sneaking it, I’m going to keep standing back there and hopefully signaling first down.”


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Andy Reid acknowledged that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> asked him to keep playing this season with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> despite his knee injury. The head coach had to stop the star quarterback and make him understand that the issue was very serious.



“He’s so positive right now. He attacked this thing the day after. You wouldn’t expect anything less. Get me up and get me going. He was basically saying that an hour after the game. Brace me up and let me go. It’s not one of those injuries obviously, but, that’s his mindset. I think he’ll do great with a rehab. He’s pretty fast healer that way and his attitude, that’s about 90%of the thing. How you go about it. How willing are you to push through the pain of getting it right.”



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/gardner-minshew">Gardner Minshew</a> took over in the final minutes of the game against the Chargers, and when the backup quarterback threw an interception, the Chiefs’ hopes to reach the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> were dashed. Now, it’s time to focus on the 2026 season.



<h2>Who will replace Patrick Mahomes after knee injury?</h2>



Gardner Minshew will replace Patrick Mahomes as the starting quarterback of the Chiefs after the star suffered a serious injury to his left knee. Three games remain in the season: Titans, Broncos, and Raiders.


 

 


<h2>How much money is Gardner Minshew in contract with Chiefs?</h2>



Gardner Minshew signed a one-year, $1.17 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs. Now, the veteran has a great opportunity to secure his next deal, whether with them or another team, if he performs well in these three games.


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Andy Reid sends shocking message about Patrick Mahomes injury after Gardner Minshew took over as Chiefs starting quarterback

Mike Vrabel is set to reunite with Derrick Henry when the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> face the Baltimore Ravens. Now rivals, the two once knew each other better than anyone during their time together in Tennessee.



Not long ago, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-vrabel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vrabel</a> was the head coach of the Tennessee Titans, with Henry leading the offense on the ground. This week, they meet again under very different circumstances, with Vrabel warning his Patriots players about exactly what the Ravens’ star running back is capable of.



“It is a huge challenge,” Vrabel said this week about stopping <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/derrick-henry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Henry</a>, via a transcript from the team. “He’s a very unique player. Great speed, great power, strength. He’s just a different body type than what anybody would go against, and so it’s unique in that regard. They do a very nice job with their scheme, different personnel groups, different run plan and styles of run, and different run actions. So again, we know what he’s about. Build speed and stiff arm and all that other stuff.”



<h2>A different season for Vrabel and Henry</h2>



Mike Vrabel is firmly in the conversation for Coach of the Year after orchestrating a remarkable turnaround with the Patriots. On the other hand, Derrick Henry and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> have struggled far more than expected this season.



New England currently leads the AFC East with an 11–3 record and still has a path to the No. 1 seed in the conference, depending on how the Denver Broncos finish the season. Vrabel has clearly transformed a franchise that had been searching for direction since Tom Brady’s departure.



Baltimore’s situation is far less comfortable. The Ravens sit outside the playoff picture, but their final regular-season matchup against the Steelers could determine the AFC North champion and decide whether they reach the postseason.


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<h2>Derrick Henry’s production raises concerns</h2>



At 31 years old, questions about Derrick Henry’s future have begun to surface. His production this season has been solid but not dominant, fueling speculation about a potential decline.



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With three games remaining, Henry has logged 233 carries for 1,125 yards and 10 touchdowns. However, three costly fumbles in critical moments have hurt Baltimore’s chances and raised concerns about his reliability in high-leverage situations.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/gardner-minshew">Gardner Minshew</a> is preparing for his first start since joining the Kansas City Chiefs. The circumstances are far from ideal, but Andy Reid is still trusting in him to lead the offense with Patrick Mahomes out until 2026.



Shortly after finishing the Week 15 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead on Sunday, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/gardner-minshew-puts-andy-reid-on-notice-about-chiefs-qb-role-after-patrick-mahomes-injury">Minshew put Reid on notice about how comfortable he felt as the Chiefs QB after Mahomes’ injury</a>.



The 29-year-old doubled down on that self-belief when addressing the media on Wednesday, reflecting on his long journey in the NFL that led him to this moment. A message for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Reid</a> to hear ahead of Week 16.



“I’ve been fortunate to be around a while. I’ve seen a lot, learned a lot, hopefully I can put that to use against the Titans,” Minshew said, preparing himself for the Chiefs’ game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday.



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<h2>Minshew’s NFL numbers ahead of first start as Chiefs QB</h2>



Minshew heads into his first start as a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chief</a> with 62 NFL appearances under his belt, starting in 46 of those games. His 17-29 record may be far from impressive, but we’re talking about an experienced quarterback here.


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Seven years into his career, Minshew has yet to establish himself with a specific team. The Jacksonville Jaguars brought him to the NFL and were his home for two years before switching to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2021. 



Two years later, he entered a carousel that saw him become sort of a journeyman before turning 30, spending 2023 with the Indianapolis Colts before playing for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2024.



<h2>Minshew could be the Chiefs QB until Mahomes comes back</h2>



At 29, Minshew has the opportunity to avoid another one-and-done in Kansas City. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/andy-reid-confirms-to-gardner-minshew-that-chiefs-qb-job-for-next-season-is-not-available-after-patrick-mahomes-injury">Reid may have confirmed that Mahomes will be back just in time to keep the QB job</a> in Week 1 of 2026, but the Chiefs could still benefit from a quarterback with Minshew’s experience until their star returns.



Set for unrestricted free agency in March, the Titans game could be the first opportunity for Minshew to prove Reid and the front office why they should keep him in the same QB room as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Mahomes</a> next year. His comments show confidence, but now he’ll have to deliver on the field.

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Jerry Jones has seen how Matt Eberflus’ defense has been the key factor behind the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> being on the verge of playoff elimination. Despite <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a> having a great season, the other side of the ball has failed in key moments.



As a result, Eberflus could be auditioning to keep his job over the next three games. In that scenario, the first major decision the defensive coordinator has made is to call plays from the coaching booth instead of the sideline. “We think it’s going to be a good adjustment.”



The Cowboys haven’t won the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> in three decades, but the good news is that Brian Schottenheimer appears to be the head coach of the future. However, what is clear is that they need to improve the defense if they want to be contenders in 2026. Matt Eberflus is on the hot seat.



<h2>Are Cowboys firing Matt Eberflus?</h2>



No. The Cowboys are not firing Matt Eberflus, and he will remain the defensive coordinator for the rest of the season. However, the big question is whether Brian Schottenheimer will keep him in 2026.


 

 


The head coach said in an interview with 105.3 The Fan that the move to the booth could be crucial. If the defense improves, this could maybe save Eberflus despite all the criticism he has received.



“At the end of the day, we all understand we need to play better on defense. That’s not a secret. Nobody has shied away from that. Certainly Matt hasn’t shied away from that. I think as we look for options and ideas, it was something Matt and I talked about. There’s no question you can see things better up in the box. You can make quicker adjustments up in the box. I think when Matt and I kind of talked through this stuff, it became very clear that that’s where we want to put him so that we can make some adjustments faster. I think it’s gonna be a great thing for us.”


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January football is where careers are measured differently. The postseason doesn’t reward promise or hype, only teams and players, that keep winning long enough to return year after year.



Some names become fixtures once the playoffs arrive, their seasons routinely stretching beyond Week 18. Whether driven by dynasties or elite quarterbacks, the extended runs reveal who truly lived in the most demanding months.



Playoff appearances offer a different way to understand greatness in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>. Beyond rings or single-game heroics, they reflect persistence, timing and the ability to remain relevant as teams, systems and eras change across decades.



<h2>Tom Brady | 48 Games</h2>



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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady">Tom Brady</a>’s postseason resume is a statistical outlier that may never be replicated. Over 23 seasons, he appeared in 48 playoff games, effectively playing three additional regular seasons purely in high-stakes, single-elimination football. His journey began as an injury replacement in 2001 and concluded with a career that saw him start in 10 Super Bowls. 



This volume of play allowed him to set nearly every significant passing record in the playoffs, including 13,400 passing yards and 88 touchdowns. For over two decades, the road to the Super Bowl almost exclusively went through a team led by Brady.



<h2>Adam Vinatieri | 32 Games</h2>



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Consistency is the hallmark of Adam Vinatieri’s career, a kicker whose 32 playoff appearances were split between two of the most successful AFC eras: the early New England Patriots dynasty and the Peyton Manning-led Indianapolis Colts. Vinatieri was not merely a passenger on these teams; he was often the deciding factor. 



He participated in five Super Bowls and won four, famously converting game-winning kicks in the final seconds of two of them. His ability to maintain a high conversion rate in freezing conditions and high-pressure moments made him the most trusted specialist in postseason history.



<h2>Stephen Gostkowski | 29 Games</h2>



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Stephen Gostkowski spent 14 seasons as the primary kicker for the New England Patriots, a tenure that aligned with the most dominant stretch in NFL history. His 29 playoff games are a byproduct of a team that reached the AFC Championship game almost annually. 



Beyond just being present, he was a prolific scorer, tallying 205 points in the postseason. His role was vital in the Patriots’ ability to secure three championships during his stay, providing a reliable floor for an offense that relied on tactical precision and field position.



<h2>Jerry Rice | 29 Games</h2>



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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerry-rice">Jerry Rice</a>’s inclusion on this list is perhaps the most impressive, as he is the only non-quarterback or kicker to reach this level of postseason longevity. Playing 29 games at the most physically demanding position for a receiver requires a legendary commitment to conditioning. 



Primarily known for his years with the San Francisco 49ers, he also made a significant playoff run later in his career with the Oakland Raiders. He utilized these 29 appearances to set records that remain untouched, including over 2,200 receiving yards and 22 touchdowns in playoff competition.



<h2>Peyton Manning | 27 Games</h2>



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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/peyton-manning">Peyton Manning</a>’s 27 playoff appearances represent two distinct chapters of excellence. Known for his meticulous preparation and control at the line of scrimmage, he led his teams to the playoffs in 15 of his 17 active seasons. 



He is one of the few quarterbacks to reach the Super Bowl with four different head coaches and remains the first to win a title as the starting quarterback for two different franchises. His postseason career was defined by his ability to elevate different rosters, finishing his tenure with over 7,300 passing yards on the playoff stage.



<h2>D.D. Lewis | 27 Games</h2>



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A cornerstone of the legendary “Doomsday Defense,” D.D. Lewis was a fixture in the Dallas Cowboys’ lineup throughout the 1970s. His 27 playoff appearances remained an NFL record for many years and still stand as the highest total in Cowboys history. He was instrumental in Dallas reaching five Super Bowls, winning two of them. 



His versatility as a linebacker allowed him to excel in Tom Landry’s complex defensive schemes, notably recording two interceptions in the 1975 NFC Championship game. He retired as one of the few players to compete across three different decades, spanning from the late 60s to the early 80s.



<h2>Bill Romanowski | 26 Games</h2>



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Bill Romanowski’s 26-game postseason career is a testament to both his durability and his presence on winning rosters. Over 16 seasons, he never missed a single regular-season game, a streak that extended into deep playoff runs with the San Francisco 49ers and the Denver Broncos. 



He won back-to-back Super Bowls with both franchises, making him one of the few players in history to secure four rings with two different teams. Known for his intense and often controversial playing style, he provided a veteran physical presence in the middle of the defense for every postseason contender he joined.



<h2>Larry Cole | 26 Games</h2>



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Larry Cole spent his entire 13-year career with the Dallas Cowboys, serving as a vital component of the defensive line during the franchise’s most successful era. Like his teammate D.D. Lewis, he appeared in 26 playoff games and five Super Bowls. 



He was a highly adaptable defender, capable of playing both end and tackle, which allowed him to remain productive as the Cowboys’ roster evolved around him. He is famously remembered for his habit of scoring against rivals; all four of his career touchdowns (three on interceptions and one on a fumble recovery) came against the Washington Redskins.



<h2>Travis Kelce | 25 Games</h2>



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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-kelce">Travis Kelce</a> has utilized his 25 playoff appearances to rewrite the record books for pass-catchers. As the primary target in the Kansas City Chiefs’ modern dynasty, he has surpassed Jerry Rice for the most postseason receptions in NFL history. His connection with Patrick Mahomes has resulted in 19 playoff touchdowns, placing him second all-time behind Rice. 



His ability to find openings in postseason defenses has led to seven consecutive seasons with deep playoff runs, including four Super Bowl appearances and three titles, cementing his status as the most productive tight end in the history of the tournament.



<h2>James Winchester | 25 Games</h2>



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While long snappers rarely command headlines, James Winchester’s 25 playoff games highlight his essential role in the Kansas City Chiefs’ sustained success. Since joining the team in 2015, he has been the starting long snapper for every game of the Mahomes era, ensuring the stability of the special teams unit during three Super Bowl championship runs. 



His career is a rare example of specialist longevity; by never missing a snap in high-pressure situations, he has quietly climbed the all-time list of playoff appearances, tying teammates for the most postseason games played in franchise history.



<h2>Matthew Slater | 25 Games</h2>



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Matthew Slater represents a unique chapter in NFL history: a pure special teams player who achieved legendary status without ever being a regular on offense. Serving as the special teams captain for the New England Patriots for 16 seasons, he appeared in 25 postseason games, acting as the emotional and tactical heartbeat of the unit during three championship runs (XLIX, LI, LIII). 



His elite speed as a “gunner” and his ability to pin opponents deep were critical to Bill Belichick’s field-position strategy. A 10-time Pro Bowler as a specialist, his playoff longevity is a testament to the value of excelling in the game’s “third phase.”



<h2>Charlie Waters | 25 Games</h2>



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Charlie Waters was a defining figure of the Dallas Cowboys’ “Doomsday Defense” throughout the 1970s. His 25 playoff appearances are highlighted by a remarkable knack for turnovers; he still holds the NFL record for the most career postseason interceptions with 9, including a historic three-interception performance in a single game. 



He competed in five Super Bowls, securing victories in VI and XII. His instinctive play in the secondary and his ability to diagnose complex offenses made him a permanent fixture in the postseason for over a decade, during which the Cowboys rarely missed a deep January run.



<h2>Devin McCourty | 24 Games</h2>



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Devin McCourty’s 24 postseason games, all of them as a starter, underscore his role as the cerebral anchor of the Patriots’ second dynasty. He is one of the few players in league history to earn Pro Bowl honors at both cornerback and safety, a versatility that allowed New England’s defense to reinvent itself year after year. 



A three-time Super Bowl champion, he served as a team captain for 12 consecutive seasons. By the time he retired, he had logged more defensive snaps in the playoffs than almost any other player in the modern era, providing a consistent veteran presence in a secondary that faced the league’s most prolific passers.



<h2>Vince Wilfork | 24 Games</h2>



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Vince Wilfork was the immovable force at the center of the defensive line for 24 postseason contests, primarily with the Patriots before finishing his career with the Houston Texans. Weighing over 325 pounds, his impact went beyond traditional statistics; he was a master at absorbing double-teams and collapsing the pocket from the inside. 



A two-time Super Bowl winner, his agility was often surprising for his size, evidenced by his crucial interception in the 2011 AFC Championship game. His presence ensured that his teams could control the line of scrimmage, a prerequisite for any defensive success in cold-weather playoff football.



<h2>David Akers | 24 Games</h2>



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David Akers concludes this veteran group with 24 appearances, establishing himself as one of the most reliable scoring threats in postseason history. The bulk of his legacy was built with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he once set an NFL record by converting 19 consecutive field goals in the playoffs. 



He finished his career with 39 successful postseason field goals, including a productive late-career stint with the San Francisco 49ers that led to an appearance in Super Bowl XLVII. His ability to maintain accuracy in the swirling winds of Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field made him an indispensable asset during an era of sustained NFC dominance.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table><tbody><tr><td>Player</td><td>Games played</td></tr><tr><td>Tom Brady</td><td>48</td></tr><tr><td>Adam Vinatieri</td><td>32</td></tr><tr><td>Stephen Gostkowski</td><td>29</td></tr><tr><td>Jerry Rice</td><td>29</td></tr><tr><td>Peyton Manning</td><td>27</td></tr><tr><td>D.D. Lewis</td><td>27</td></tr><tr><td>Bill Romanowski</td><td>26</td></tr><tr><td>Larry Cole</td><td>26</td></tr><tr><td>Travis Kelce</td><td>25</td></tr><tr><td>James Winchester</td><td>25</td></tr><tr><td>Matthew Slater</td><td>25</td></tr><tr><td>Charlie Waters</td><td>25</td></tr><tr><td>Devin McCourty</td><td>24</td></tr><tr><td>Vince Wilfork</td><td>24</td></tr><tr><td>David Akers</td><td>24</td></tr><tr><td>Brett Favre</td><td>24</td></tr><tr><td>Ed White</td><td>24</td></tr><tr><td>Gene Upshaw</td><td>24</td></tr><tr><td>Patrick Chung</td><td>23</td></tr><tr><td>Mason Crosby</td><td>23</td></tr><tr><td>Ben Roethlisberger</td><td>23</td></tr><tr><td>Jesse Sapolu</td><td>23</td></tr><tr><td>Joe Montana</td><td>23</td></tr><tr><td>Dave Dalby</td><td>23</td></tr><tr><td>Robert Newhouse</td><td>23</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption>(Source: Statmuse)</figcaption></figure>

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/puka-nacua">Puka Nacua</a> sparked a frenzy on social media after the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams">Los Angeles Rams</a> suffered a stunning loss to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks">Seattle Seahawks</a> in an epic game that could decide the NFC West champion.



The star wide receiver posted a message on X about the referees that was deleted minutes later. “Can you say I was wrong. Appreciate you stripes for your contribution. Lol.”



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-stafford">Matthew Stafford</a> and Puka had an amazing night, but it was not enough. During the postgame press conference, Nacua clarified what happened. “Just a moment of frustration after a tough and intense game like that. Just think of the opportunities that I could have done better, take it out of their hands. It was just a moment of frustration.”



<h2>What happened with Puka Nacua?</h2>



Puka Nacua had previously criticized NFL referees during the week, saying that with their calls they wanted to be on television. Now, after a controversial backward pass by Sam Darnold on a two-point conversion, the wide receiver once again took a shot at the officiating crew.


 

 


<h2>Puka Nacua could be punished or suspended</h2>



Puka Nacua could be fined or suspended because, in recent days, he has taken several actions that could violate the NFL’s conduct policy. The player had a controversial episode on a livestream and has now committed another mistake on X.


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“Just the opportunities that we didn’t take advantage of. Some of the moments that we put in the officials hands. The two-point extra plays. Just felt like we could have executed to not put ourselves in those situations. I know that’s something we’ll improve on.”

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Puka Nacua and Sean McVay could not hide his frustration after the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams">Los Angeles Rams</a> lost to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks">Seahawks</a> in overtime. Obviously, the main talking point was the two-point conversion by Seattle that initially failed but was overturned by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-jerry-jones-says-referees-have-affected-cowboys-during-2025-season-after-loss-against-lions">referees</a> after instant replay confirmed it was a backward pass.



The Rams’ head coach didn’t understand what happened. “Very interesting. I didn’t get a clear explanation of everything that went on just because of some of the timing of it. I’ve never seen anything or never been a part of anything like that and I’ve grown up around this game. I’m not making excuses. We don’t do that. I don’t believe in that. It doesn’t move us forward, but we do want clarity and an understanding of the things that we can do to minimize that when we rejected the 2-point conversion.”



The Rams controlled their own destiny to win the NFC West and also to secure the No. 1 seed in the conference. Now, the path to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> has become much more complicated, as it appears they will have to play on the road.



<h2>Puka Nacua sends controversial tweet</h2>



At the end of the game, Rams wide receiver <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/puka-nacua">Puka Nacua</a> sparked another major controversy on social media with a post on X about the referees that he later deleted. “Appreciate you stripes for your contribution. Lol.”


 

 


<h2>Can the Rams win the NFC West?</h2>



The Rams can win the NFC West if they secure victories against the Atlanta Falcons and the Arizona Cardinals. They also need the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> to lose to the Chicago Bears and for the Seahawks to lose to San Francisco in the final week.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jerry-jones">Jerry Jones</a> and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> could lose star cornerback DaRon Bland for the rest of the season. According to a report from Todd Archer, it is most likely that the player will be placed on injured reserve.



“Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland is facing surgery on his left foot for the second time in as many years, sources told ESPN. Bland is seeking a second opinion, and no surgery has been scheduled yet. Even if Bland does not require surgery, he likely will end up on injured reserve with three games to play. He has not practiced this week.”



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a> and the Cowboys have not yet been eliminated from the playoffs, but they need an almost impossible combination of results to maintain even minimal hopes of staying in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> race.



<h2>Who got injured with Cowboys?</h2>



DaRon Bland got injured with the Cowboys, and his left foot issue will keep him out for the final three games on the schedule. During an interview with 105.3 The Fan, Jerry Jones confirmed that the cornerback needs surgery and will be placed on injured reserve. His season is over. Tyler Guyton (ankle) and CeeDee Lamb (illness) also have not practiced this week, so they could miss the game against the Chargers.


 

 


<h2>Cowboys’ remaining schedule</h2>



The Cowboys’ remaining schedule in the 2025 season includes a home game against Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers, as well as road games against the Washington Commanders and the New York Giants.


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<h2>Can the Cowboys make the playoffs?</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/jerry-jones-warning-to-entire-nfl-about-cowboys-chances-to-make-the-playoffs">Cowboys can make the playoffs</a> if they win out and the Philadelphia Eagles lose the three games remaining on their schedule. In that scenario, Dallas would be the NFC East champion and would have a home game in the postseason.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Rams</a> let a 16-point lead slip away against the Seattle Seahawks. After the crushing loss, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-stafford" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Stafford</a> delivered a blunt warning to the rest of the NFL about what’s coming next.



Week 16 opened with a stunning matchup in which the Seahawks stormed back to defeat the Rams in overtime. While the loss was shocking, Stafford made it clear he doesn’t believe one game defines who the Rams truly are.



“Go play. Where we playing, who we playing, put the ball down and go play,” Stafford said postgame about losing the No. 1 seed. “That’s the attitude this team has had since Day One, it’s the attitude we’ll have until the last game we play this year. Respect everybody, fear nobody, go play.”



<h2>Not all hope is lost for the Rams</h2>



The Rams didn’t just suffer a painful Week 16 defeat — they also relinquished the No. 1 seed in the NFC and lost control of the NFC West to Seattle, making the road ahead far more complicated.



With only two games remaining, Los Angeles has no margin for error if it hopes to reclaim either spot. However, the Rams no longer control their own destiny and depend on what the Seahawks do.



They will face the Atlanta Falcons and Arizona Cardinals to close the regular season. While the Rams are favored in both matchups, they would still need the Seahawks to stumble.


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Seattle, meanwhile, faces the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers — a tougher schedule on paper. Both opponents remain in playoff contention, making those games critical in the race for the division.



<h2>A playoff rematch could be looming</h2>



Both the Seahawks and Rams have already secured spots in the 2026 playoffs. Final seeding remains uncertain, but the possibility of a postseason rematch is very real after what we saw in Week 16.



At the moment, Seattle holds the No. 1 seed while Los Angeles sits at No. 5 in the NFC <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">playoff picture</a>. If the brackets align, fans could see the two rivals meet again — this time with postseason survival on the line.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/gardner-minshew">Gardner Minshew</a> will have a big opportunity to show that he can still be a starting quarterback in the NFL when the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> face the Tennessee Titans. After it was confirmed that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> is out for the entire season due to a knee injury, the former Colts player will be in charge for the final three games.



Andy Reid has publicly stated that he has full confidence in Minshew and is even grateful that a veteran with his experience is on the roster to face such a difficult situation. Considering that Mahomes could take up to nine months to recover, Gardner could be auditioning to remain on the roster next year.



The Chiefs will likely enter a rebuilding process since <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/travis-kelce-inadvertently-suggests-retirement-from-kansas-city-chiefs-is-possible-to-start-next-chapter-of-his-life-with-taylor-swift">Travis Kelce is considering retirement</a>, and some players like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/andy-reid-and-chiefs-could-trade-patrick-mahomes-key-teammate-after-qb-injury">Trent McDuffie could be traded</a>. It will be a long road to become <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> contenders again.



<h2>Who got injured with Chiefs?</h2>



Jaylon Moore and Jawaan Taylor are injured with the Kansas City Chiefs and have not practiced ahead of the game against the Tennessee Titans. Bad news for Gardner Minshew, who will play behind a depleted offensive line that has already lost Josh Simmons.


 

 


<h2>Gardner Minshew replaces Patrick Mahomes as QB1</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-andy-reids-latest-message-for-gardner-minshew-is-great-endorsement-as-chiefs-next-qb-after-patrick-mahomes-left-knee-injury">Gardner Minshew is fighting in these three games for the opportunity to earn a contract extension</a>, and if Patrick Mahomes does not recover, he could become the Chiefs’ QB1 when the offseason begins. He would be part of an open competition with any new player coming in through the draft or free agency.


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<h2>Chiefs’ injury report</h2>



Trent McDuffie was limited in practice due to his knee injury, Rashee Rice has not practiced after suffering a concussion, and Chris Jones was a limited participant because of a hamstring injury. With the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/are-chiefs-eliminated-from-2026-nfl-playoffs-after-loss-against-chargers-in-week-15">Chiefs eliminated from the playoffs</a>, it wouldn’t be worth risking these stars.

Gardner Minshew receives tough update as Kansas City Chiefs QB after Patrick Mahomes' injury

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Gardner Minshew receives tough update as Chiefs QB

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