Week 18 in the NFL has begun in 2024, with two games played on Saturday that had an affect on the playoff race.
The Houston Texans walked away with a victory and a playoff spot with a win over the Indianapolis Colts. The Pittsburgh Steelers needed a win for many of their scenarios to get into the postseason and got it against the Baltimore Ravens, who rested their starters.
So what does the updated playoff scenario picture look like as of Sunday morning? Glad you asked. Here’s a look at what teams who are still in the running need to have happen to clinch:
Buffalo Bills
A win over the Dolphins and they win the AFC East.
They clinched a playoff spot with the Jaguars’ loss.
Houston Texans
They won and they’re in the playoffs.
Texans are AFC South champs after the Jaguars’ loss.
Jacksonville Jaguars
Jaguars were eliminated after their loss to the Titans on Sunday.
Miami Dolphins
A win or a tie against the Bills and they win the AFC East.
Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers clinched a playoff berth with the Jaguars’ loss on Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons were eliminated after the Buccaneers’ win over Carolina. Atlanta ended up losing to the Saints as well.
Dallas Cowboys
They clinched the NFC East title with Sunday’s win over the Commanders.
Green Bay Packers
They clinched a playoff berth with Sunday’s win against the Bears.
Minnesota Vikings
The Vikings were eliminated after Sunday’s loss to the Lions.
New Orleans Saints
Despite the win over Atlanta, the Saints were eliminated following the Packers’ win against the Bears.
Philadelphia Eagles
The Cowboys’ win against the Commanders dropped the Eagles to a wild-card spot.
Seattle Seahawks
Seahawks were eliminated with the Packers’ win against the Bears.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
They won the NFC South by beating the Panthers.
