The 2024 NFL regular season has concluded, setting the stage for the playoffs. Key injuries to star players may significantly impact team performances as the postseason unfolds. Jordan Love of the Green Bay Packers has shown improvement late in the season but suffered an elbow injury in the final game, though he's expected to play in the Wild Card round. Zay Flowers from the Baltimore Ravens is day-to-day with a knee injury after leading the team in receiving for two consecutive years. Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles is still in concussion protocol after a head injury, raising concerns for his playoff participation.

Blake Corum, a rookie RB for the Los Angeles Rams, fractured his forearm in Week 18 and will miss the playoffs, impacting the Rams' offensive depth. Christian Watson's situation is more severe; the Packers' WR is believed to have torn his ACL, which will hinder his 2025 season. Isaac Guerendo of the San Francisco 49ers is recovering from a knee injury but is expected to be fine for next season. Lastly, Geno Smith led the Seattle Seahawks to a 10-7 record but will not participate in the playoffs due to fierce competition in the NFC.