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Andrew Joseph

Adam Schefter revealed quirky playoff solutions the NFL is considering after Bills-Bengals postponement

When Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest on Monday after making a tackle in the Bills’ game against the Bengals, a playoff scenario was the furthest thing from a priority. The game was ultimately postponed, but with Week 18 upcoming and the playoffs looming, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to resume the Bills-Bengals game.

Amid the news that there has been encouraging progress in Hamlin’s road to recovery, the league has discussed ways to approach the playoffs in the AFC. The Bills were in position to control their destiny for the top seed with a win on Monday night. Without that game, the Chiefs have the upper hand for the No. 1 seed.

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