As the NFL playoffs approach, fans should keep an eye on the NFL Week 16 schedule Sunday. According to AZCentral, many of these matchups should provide intriguing rivalry matchups as well as matchups that will have a real impact on the playoff picture. Among them is a matchup between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos, a game involving Hunter Henry and the Los Angeles Chargers against the Las Vegas Raiders, a JuJu Smith-Schuster-led Pittsburgh team against the Indianapolis Colts, and a game between two of the NFC‘s best, the New Orleans Saints and the Kansas City Chiefs. All of these games have playoff implications, so be sure to tune in.

How have the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos performed in their recent matchups?

The matchup between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos could have an especially important impact on the playoff picture. Both teams are trying to make a strong finish to the regular season to keep their playoff hopes alive and the outcome of this game could be crucial. The two teams have had a history of intense rivalry and while their recent results have been varied, the Patriots have had the best of it overall. Last season, the Patriots won both regular season meetings in rather convincing fashion but the Broncos did win the most recent matchup in Week 6 of this season, knocking off the Patriots 18-12 in Foxborough. With playoff implications on the line, this Week 16 matchup should be a close one and has the potential to be a real thriller.

What is the significance of Hunter Henry’s role in the game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Las Vegas Raiders?

The Week 16 matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Las Vegas Raiders could have an especially important impact on the playoffs, and the role of Hunter Henry could be the difference. Henry has established himself as one of the most impactful tight ends in football since joining the Chargers in 2016 and has amassed over 2,700 receiving yards and 20 touchdowns over his career. He is an absolute threat in the red zone and knows how to get open and put himself in the best position to succeed. In their one matchup this season, Henry had five catches for 95 yards and a touchdown, which was ultimately the difference in Los Angeles’ 31-26 win. With the Chargers fighting to stay in the playoff hunt and the Raider hoping to strengthen their own chances, Hunter Henry could make the difference between these two teams.

Can you provide more information on the performance of the New Orleans Saints and the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFC?

The New Orleans Saints and the Kansas City Chiefs have been tremendous teams in the NFC, both looking to make a deep run into the playoffs. The Saints have had an admirable season, boasting an impressive 10-3 record and a top-5 offense and defense despite the losses of star wide receiver Michael Thomas and tight end Jared Cook. Meanwhile, the Chiefs have put together an 11-2 record and boast the number one offense and defense in the league. With each team needed just one more win to secure their playoff berth, Sunday’s matchup could decide the fate of one of those teams, and provide a major clue as to who is the team to beat in the NFC.