The NFL playoffs then expanded in 1967, when four teams qualified for the tournament. When the league merged with the American Football League (AFL) in 1970, the playoffs expanded to eight teams. The playoffs were expanded to 10 teams in 1978 and 12 teams since 1990. read more
2018 NFL Playoffs: What's at stake for final four teams chasing a Super Bowl victory There is a lot on the line for everyone involved in Conference Championship weekend read more