NFL Week 17 Matchup Insights
Here's a look at this week's must-watch games (Dec 25 - 31, 2025). We dug into the history between these teams - old rivalries, close finishes, high-scoring and more.
⚖️ Most Historically Even Matchups
These teams are nearly tied in all-time records, making for unpredictable outcomes.
🏟️ Matchups Where Home Field Matters Most
The home team has historically dominated these matchups at their venue.
CIN
HOME ADVANTAGE
+35.0%
3-2 at home
ARI
IND
HOME ADVANTAGE
+33.3%
18-6 at home
JAX
MIA
HOME ADVANTAGE
+31.4%
3-2 at home
TB
KC
HOME ADVANTAGE
+28.5%
42-19 at home
DEN
CLE
HOME ADVANTAGE
+28.0%
43-31 at home
PIT
🔥 Highest-Scoring Rivalries
Expect fireworks! These matchups historically produce the most points.
LAC
AVG TOTAL
48.0 pts
per game all-time
HOU
MIA
AVG TOTAL
46.8 pts
per game all-time
TB
IND
AVG TOTAL
44.8 pts
per game all-time
JAX
KC
AVG TOTAL
43.9 pts
per game all-time
DEN
GB
AVG TOTAL
43.4 pts
per game all-time
BAL
📈 Recent Streaks & Momentum
One team has dominated recent meetings in these matchups.
🛡️ Low-Scoring Defensive Battles
Defense wins championships. These matchups are historically tight, low-scoring affairs.
CLE
AVG TOTAL
39.4 pts
defensive battle
PIT
BUF
AVG TOTAL
40.3 pts
defensive battle
PHI
CAR
AVG TOTAL
40.9 pts
defensive battle
SEA
MIN
AVG TOTAL
41.3 pts
defensive battle
DET
NYJ
AVG TOTAL
41.4 pts
defensive battle
NE