NFL Divisional Round Saturday: Key Players, Team News & Predictions

Injuries, controversies, and coaching changes set the stage for an exciting Divisional Round weekend

Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:50am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting an abstract NFL football game, with overlapping planes of color and shape representing the dynamic action on the field.The Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs promises intense, unpredictable action as teams battle for a spot in the Conference Championships.Denver Today

The Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs is heating up, with key storylines emerging ahead of Saturday's games. The Buffalo Bills are dealing with multiple injured wide receivers, while former Bill Elijah Moore, now with the Denver Broncos, downplayed the issue. In Seattle, Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is active despite an oblique injury, adding an intriguing dynamic to the matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. Additionally, the New York Giants have hired former Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh, and the Packers' defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley is a frontrunner for the Dolphins' head coaching job.

Why it matters

The Divisional Round games on Saturday will have major implications for the playoff picture, with teams fighting for a spot in the Conference Championships. The injuries and controversies surrounding key players and teams add an extra layer of intrigue and potential for unexpected outcomes. The coaching changes also have the potential to significantly impact the franchises involved.

The details

In the Bills-Broncos matchup, the Bills are facing a challenging situation with multiple injured wide receivers. However, former Bill and current Bronco, Elijah Moore, downplayed the issue, stating that Buffalo's offensive strategy doesn't heavily rely on wide receiver targets. This controversial comment might spark debate among fans and analysts, as the Bills' passing game has been a key strength this season. Meanwhile, in the 49ers-Seahawks game, Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, who has been dealing with an oblique injury, is officially active for this crucial game. This decision could be a game-changer, as Darnold's presence adds an intriguing dynamic to the Seahawks' offense. And this is where it gets even more intriguing—49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, who struggled in his last outing against the Seahawks, is determined to earn every yard against their formidable defense.

  • The Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs is taking place on Saturday, April 13, 2026.
  • The New York Giants have agreed to a five-year deal with former Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh.

The players

Elijah Moore

A former Buffalo Bills wide receiver who is now playing for the Denver Broncos.

Sam Darnold

The Seattle Seahawks' quarterback, who has been dealing with an oblique injury but is active for the Divisional Round game against the San Francisco 49ers.

Brock Purdy

The San Francisco 49ers' quarterback, who struggled in his last outing against the Seahawks but is determined to earn every yard against their formidable defense.

John Harbaugh

The former Baltimore Ravens head coach who has agreed to a five-year deal to become the new head coach of the New York Giants.

Jeff Hafley

The Green Bay Packers' defensive coordinator, who is a frontrunner for the Miami Dolphins' head coaching job.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

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