A tied result in a National Football League game occurs when both teams have the same score at the end of regulation time and the subsequent overtime period. Overtime rules have been modified several times throughout the league’s history, impacting the frequency of these outcomes.
The occurrence of a tied game is relatively rare compared to wins and losses. Changes to overtime rules, intended to encourage decisive results, influence its frequency. Historically, ties had more significant implications, particularly concerning playoff standings. However, their current impact is lessened by tie-breaking procedures and the overall structure of the regular season.
