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NFL Playoff Picture: Five teams clinch in Week 16

The NFL’s playoff picture gained two entrants Saturday and one more Sunday. Tampa Bay’s loss in New Orleans means the New York Giants are assured of a place in this year’s playoffs, their first postseason appearance since 2011. The Houston Texans' victory over the Bengals made them champions of the AFC South. And the Pittsburgh Steelers clinched the AFC North -- and the No. 3 seed -- with Sunday's victory over the division-rival Ravens -- a result that ensures the Kansas City Chiefs' playoff spot as well. The Detroit Lions could join the field with a win (or tie!