Allen, Maye, and Stafford Lead Playoff Field After Mahomes Exit

Josh Allen, Drake Maye, and Matthew Stafford headline the 14-team playoff field as the NFL postseason begins without Patrick Mahomes for the first time since 2017.The tournament features a mix of veterans and second-year players making their debuts, while Mahomes misses the chance to defend his title status.This shift follows a season where the Las Vegas Raiders fired Pete Carroll and secured the top draft pick after Geno Smith led the league in interceptions.