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The three 12th week games played on Thanksgiving had a big impact on the NFL playoffs before the Sunday games came. And as the week continued on Sunday, further changes were made to the post-season outlook. Of course, at this point in the season, almost all game results have playoff implications.
Based on Thursday and Sunday game results (not including the Sunday night game between Green Bay and Minnesota), you will find below the current playoff table in the NFL.
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AFC
Who would be in:
1. Chiefs (9-2), first at AFC West
Because they lost to the Patriots and the Steelers are exciting, the Chiefs can not easily rest in the pursuit of an advantage on their court. Fortunately, they have a relatively manageable schedule, with the 15th week against the Chargers being the toughest match left. What's left: at OAK, vs BAL, vs LAC, at SEA, vs OAK
2. Patriots (8-3), first at AFC East
Sunday's victory over the Jets was a big step forward for the Patriots in terms of standings, but the Steelers' defeat against the Broncos was even more important for AFC's prospects in New England. Next week's game against the Vikings – and the Steelers' game of course – will play a key role in the seeding of the playoffs. New England will be beautiful if it can beat Minnesota. What's left: MIN, at MIA, at PIT, vs BUF, against NYJ
3. Texans (7-3), first in the AFC South
The Texans, who also earned a place in the standings after the Steelers' loss, still have a comfortable lead in their division with six games to play, but the Colts are beginning to put pressure on the leaders of the South. On a run of seven consecutive wins, Houston can set its goals higher for one of the top two seeds. Unfortunately, one of his first losses was against New England. What's left: vs TEN, vs CLE, vs IND, NYJ, PHI, vs JAX
4. Steelers (7-3-1), first in AFC North
Pittsburgh needed a win in Denver to keep the # 2 seed in front of a difficult stretch that included games against the Chargers, Patriots and Saints. The Steelers did not understand it. The aforementioned New England game could determine if the Steelers will have a first round pass. What's left: vs LAC, at OAK, vs NE, at NO, CIN
5. Chargers (8-3), wild card
With their victory over the Cardinals on Sunday, the Chargers padded their cushion against a big package for one of the AFC Wild Cards. They also kept alive their chances of catching the Chiefs ahead of this impending game. Philip Rivers is hot. Joey Bosa is back. LA is in shape before a big game in Pittsburgh. What's left: at PIT, vs CIN, at KC, against BAL, at DEN
6. Ravens (6-5), wild
The Ravens do not have time to breathe with this place, so they desperately need to get away from the Raiders in the second half on Sunday. The Steelers' defeat also brought the Ravens closer to the division standings. The question that will arise is what to do at the quarterback when Joe Flacco will be healthy enough to play, especially with two tough games from CAF (Chiefs and Chargers) on schedule. What's left: at ATL, at KC, vs TB, at BAC, against CLE.
Who is knocking at the door:
7. Colts (6-5)
8. Titans (5-5)
9. Bengals (5-6)
10. Broncos (5-6)
11. Dolphins (5-6)
The Colts' last-minute victory over the Dolphins was huge for both teams. The defeat of Miami has lost several places in the image of the playoffs. The Titans should not be worried about their division's standings when they travel to Houston to face the Texans on Monday night; they need to be more concerned about their position among the other hopes of the AFC's wild cards. The Bengals are about to be about to go out.
Who is about to leave:
12. Browns (4-6-1)
13. Invoices (4-7)
14. Jaguars (3-8)
15. Jets (3-8)
16. Raiders (2-9)
Buffalo buried Jacksonville with a win over the Jags on Sunday as the Jets and Raiders bury themselves further. At least the Browns have something promising for the future with Baker Mayfield.
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NFC
Who would be in:
1. Saints (10-1), first in the NFC South
Even though there are still tough matches against the Cowboys, the Panthers (twice) and the Steelers, the Saints are in great form thanks to their victory over the Rams a few weeks ago. The rest of the NFC will have to hope that someone can play spoiler over the next five weeks, as no team wants to go to New Orleans for a playoff game. What's left: at DAL, TB, CAR, vs PIT, vs CAR
2. Rams (10-1), first in NFC West
Seattle defeated Carolina on Sunday, which means LA must wait at least another week to win the NFC West. Whatever the case may be, the Rams are sitting well with a manageable schedule, including two freebies in the division. What's left: at DET, at CHI, vs PHI, at ARI, vs SF, at MIN
3. Bears (8-3), the first in NFC North
The Bears won Mitchell Trubisky's big victory over the Lions they needed on Thursday to maintain their comfortable lead in the division. Now, assuming they can handle business against the Giants, the Bears can aim for seed number 2 and a pass for the first round when they face the Rams in a few weeks. What's left: at NYG, against LAR, against GB, at SF, at MIN
4. Cowboys (6-5), first in NFC East
Dallas took the division lead by beating Washington on Thursday and the Cowboys suddenly look like the most complete team in the East. Their defense will have its toughest test next week when it hosts the Saints, its toughest match yet. Whatever the case may be, Dallas must take care of its business in the last four games to qualify for the playoffs. What's left: NO, PHI, at IND, vs TB, at NYG
5. Vikings (5-4-1), wild
With so many teams competing for both NFC wild cards and a crushing defeat by the Bears last week, the Vikings have little room for maneuver. The thrust starts Sunday night at home against another joker hope in the Packers, rivals of the division. It would be a good time for Kirk Cousins to develop a prime-time magic. What's left: vs GB, at NE, SEA, vs MIA, at DET, vs CHI
6. Redskins (6-5), wild
Washington is in the game thanks to Seattle 's win in Carolina, while the Redskins have the tiebreaker over the Seahawks via the conference record. The bad news for Washington is the fact that she is so competing for a wild card job and is dealing with injuries. The good news is that the calendar is manageable. What's left: at PHI, against NYG, at JAX, at TEN, against PHI
Who is knocking at the door:
7. Seahawks (6-5)
8. Panthers (6-5)
9. Eagles (5-6)
10. Packers (4-5-1)
The Panthers suffered a crushing defeat against the Seahawks on Sunday. Not only did they retire from the No. 5 seed and found themselves behind Seattle, but they also found themselves behind Washington. (Washington beat Carolina earlier this season.) The Eagles, on the other hand, essentially saved their season with a last-minute win over the Giants.
Who is about to leave:
11. Falcons (4-7)
12. Buccaneers (4-7)
13. Lions (4-7)
14. Giants (3-8)
15. Cardinals (2-9)
16. 49ers (2-9)
Atlanta, Detroit, New York, San Francisco and Arizona have sunk further after losing this week. Tampa Bay won with Jameis Winson, no matter what it is when the decisive moment for his future with the franchise arrives.
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