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The playoff picture is beginning to look a lot clearer heading into Week 13. On top of late bye weeks, teams only have five more games to separate themselves from the pack and secure a coveted playoff spot.
The AFC wildcard spots are not so easily laid out just yet. There are a ton of teams that are in the 6-5 or 6-6 range that are vying for their chance to make it to the postseason.
Anything can happen in the coming weeks.
Here are five AFC teams battling for wild-card playoff spots.
Which AFC team has the best shot at a playoff spot?
#5 - Las Vegas Raiders - (6-5)
The Las Vegas Raiders find themselves in a very advantageous position by being one of the only teams in the wildcard race with five or fewer losses. The spot could have been reserved for the Cleveland Browns, but the Raiders have a better shot at the postseason this year.
The Raiders' remaining schedule includes the WFT, Chiefs, Browns, Broncos, Colts, and the Chargers. Although the Raiders lost to the Chargers already, they have beaten the Broncos and could do it again.
It's a tough last stretch for the Raiders, but Derek Carr has been playing well and could help lead the Raiders to a wild-card playoff spot.
#4 - Los Angeles Chargers - (6-5)
The Los Angeles Chargers are in a unique position right alongside the Raiders, and it will be interesting to see which of these teams can make it to the playoffs. Teams in the same division typically don't make it into a playoff or wild card spot, but with the expansion of playoff team numbers, this could be a good time to see two or three AFC West teams in the postseason.
The Chargers have been up and down this entire season, and Justin Herbert was once the hottest quarterback in all of football. They will need Herbert to return to his record-breaking play to make sure they have their shot as a wild-card playoff team.
The Chargers' final opponents are the Bengals, Giants, Chiefs, Texans, Broncos, and Raiders. The Chargers have an easier time with easier matchups against the Giants and Texans.
Also check out: Pittsburgh Steelers Playoff History, Appearances, Wins and more
Top 3 AFC teams battling for a wild-card playoff spot
Which AFC team has the best chance at a playoff spot?
#3 - Indianapolis Colts - (6-6)
The Indianapolis Colts have shocked the NFL world by completely turning their season around and becoming one of the strongest teams in the AFC. Carson Wentz has made his case for looking like a top quarterback once again, and Jonathan Taylor has been nothing short of spectacular.
The Colts' remaining opponents are the Texans, Patriots, Cardinals, Raiders, and Jaguars. It's not out of the realm of possibility that the Colts can take three of these wins.
The Texans and Jaguars' games may possibly be wins, but the Raiders might be a tough game to watch for. Should the Colts get to 10 wins, they may secure a wild-card playoff spot.
#2 - Cincinnati Bengals - (7-4)
Another team that has turned their season around is the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals came out hot at the start of the season but dropped two important games against the Browns and Jets.
They have rebounded nicely with back-to-back wins against the Raiders and Steelers, which greatly helps their playoff chances in the AFC.
The Bengals' remaining opponents are the Chargers, 49ers, Broncos, Ravens, Chiefs, and the Browns. This is another tough stretch of games to end the season with, but the Bengals have been playing some good football and could theoretically compete with all of these teams.
The Bengals will be in great shape if they can manage three out of six wins in their final stretch of games.
#1 - Buffalo Bills - (7-4)
It's kind of strange to have to put the Buffalo Bills on this list, as they were once the best team in the AFC. That was up until they were humbled by the Jaguars, Titans and Colts.
The AFC South has had their number this season. The Bills are still in great shape to return to playoff form and they might still be able to steal back the AFC East title.
The Bills' remaining opponents are the Patriots, Buccaneers, Panthers, Patriots, and Falcons. Although the Panthers and Falcons are winnable for this tough Bills team, they will have to face division rival New England Patriots two out of their next four games.
Those games will likely determine the winner of the AFC East, leaving the Bills to battle it out for a wild-card playoff spot.
