Here's where every NFL team stands in both conferences in the race to make the playoffs ahead of Week 17's Sunday and Monday action.

Here is the current NFC playoff picture: The Lions, Eagles, Vikings and Packers are all assured playoffs spots as they have clinched their berths. The Seattle Seahawks (8-7) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-7) are the only teams in contention but not in the playoffs.

The Detroit Lions have enjoyed a brilliant season and they have been viewed as the best team in the NFL for much of the year. However, that designation likely belongs to the Kansas City Chiefs now, as

If the Vikings defeat the Packers on Sunday, then the NFC North will be decided in Week 18 regardless of the outcome of the Lions' game. The Lions have put their sole focus on defeating the 49ers in what is a rematch of last year's NFC Championship game.