The NFC North is heating up as both the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions stand at 12-2 after Week 15, with the Vikings gaining momentum in the race for the division title.

The Kansas City Chiefs maintain their dominance at the top of the power rankings despite a close win over the Cleveland Browns, while Patrick Mahomes' ankle injury raises concerns about his return.

The Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills are also making headlines with strong performances, but injuries and defensive struggles loom large for several teams as the playoff picture becomes clearer.