The NFL playoffs are heating up, and several teams are jockeying for position. Here’s the latest update on the AFC and NFC standings:
AFC:
* The Kansas City Chiefs (12-1) have clinched their division and hold a two-game lead for the No. 1 seed.
* The Buffalo Bills (10-3) remain in contention, but a loss to the Los Angeles Rams earlier this season hurts their chances.
* The Pittsburgh Steelers (10-3) have a big lead in the AFC North and hold the tiebreaker edge.
Wild Card Race:
* The Baltimore Ravens (8-5) own the head-to-head tiebreaker over the Chargers.
* The Denver Broncos (8-5) have surged into the wild card race under new coach Bo Nix.
* The Los Angeles Chargers (8-5) are close behind, but still need to win their remaining games.
Outside Looking In:
* Several teams are struggling to make the playoffs, including the Indianapolis Colts, Miami Dolphins, and Cincinnati Bengals.
NFC:
* The Detroit Lions (12-1) and Philadelphia Eagles (11-2) have clinched their divisions and secured playoff spots.
* The Minnesota Vikings (11-2) remain in contention, but a loss at home to the Lions could hurt their chances.
Clinching Scenarios:
* The Bills can clinch an AFC East win with a victory over the Jets.
* The Chiefs can clinch their division and No. 1 seed with a win or Colts loss.
* The Vikings can clinch a playoff berth with a win or Rams or Seahawks loss.
Source: https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/nfl-playoff-picture-2024-updated-afc-and-nfc-standings-bracket-tiebreakers-for-week-15