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Can NFL Games End in a Tie What the Rules Say About Overtime and Game Results
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If you have ever watched an game head into overtime and wondered can games end in a tie the answer is yes Regular season games can absolutely end in a tie if neither team scores during the overtime period
NFL overtime rules explained
In the regular season overtime lasts for ten minutes and follows a sudden death format with a few twists If the team that receives the ball first scores a touchdown the game is over right away
If they only score a field goal the other team gets a chance to answer If neither team scores during overtime or the score remains tied after both teams have had a possession the game ends in a tie (nfl.com)
Can Ties are rare but they do nfl happen
While ties are uncommon they still occur almost every season Some fans are surprised because most other sports play until there is a clear winner but in the ties are an accepted outcome in the regular season
Each team’s record will reflect the tie as one half win and one half loss for playoff seeding
Can Playoffs are nfl different
playoff games cannot end in a tie In the postseason games continue with multiple overtime periods until one team wins
So while ties are allowed during the regular season every playoff game will always produce a winner
Can Famous recent nfl ties
There have been a few notable ties in recent years including
- Steelers vs Lions in 2021
- Colts vs Texans in 2022
These games often lead to confusion among fans especially when it comes to fantasy football or betting results
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- [Link to your Overtime Rules page]
- [Link to your Playoff Format or Scoring System page]
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