NFL playoff overtime rules, explained: What happens when games can't end in a tie?

The NFL Playoff overtime rules are a bit different than the regular season, especially since there can't be a tie.

What are the NFL playoffs overtime rules? Explaining the changes

Both teams get at least one possession in overtime, a rule change made after the controversial 2022 AFC Championship game. The Buffalo Bills lost that one to the Kansas City Chiefs after failing to get a possession in overtime, as you might remember.

NFL overtime rules: Here's how overtime works in the NFL playoffs

The overtime rules change from the regular season in the NFL playoffs. Here's everything you need to know about overtime in the postseason.

Explaining a catch under NFL rules, plus why officials were correct in Denver & Chicago

I wanted to explain why officials got it wrong this weekend. But I can't. Plus an updated coaching interview tracker.

What are overtime rules in NFL playoffs for Conference Championships?

The 2026 NFL playoffs continue, and this is how the overtime rules are different.

NFL May Inadvertently Take Away Huge Panthers Skill With Rule Change

The Panthers were good on kickoffs, but the rules might be changing yet again.

Charles Woodson Passes on Browns Ownership Stake Due to NFL Rules on Alcohol Advertisements

Hall of Famer Charles Woodson was set to purchase a small stake in the Cleveland Browns, but will no longer do so because of conflicts with his spirits company.