The NFL Playoffs are still several weeks away, but every game right now has impacts on the positioning for the postseason across the AFC. The league held three games on Thanksgiving, but only the late game, the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Indianapolis Colts game, included AFC teams.
What does the AFC playoff picture look like heading into Sunday’s games?
Current AFC Playoff Picture (Through Thanksgiving):
1. Oakland Raiders (8-2) - AFC West leader
2. New England Patriots (8-2) - AFC East leader
3. Houston Texans (6-4) - AFC South leader
4. Pittsburgh Steelers (6-5) - AFC North leader*
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