The New England Patriots need to win to get into the playoffs, or they could use some help from from other teams. Whether Bill Belichick and company should be focused on winning the division, or setting up for the bye week, there are some games that have to fall the Patriots way.
The Patriots clinch a playoff spot with a win, or a Jets or Steelers loss. But wouldn't the Patriots rather see Pittsburgh upend the Bengals? There's also a scenario that could lead to the Patriots clinching the division prior to their Sunday Night Football match with the Texans.