Which Team will Get the Final AFC Wildcard Spot ?

Only 3 Games left.......

Denver is in... :think2:

Denver scedule:

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</TD><TD class=""> </TD></TR><TR class="tbdy1 " vAlign=top><TD class="">17</TD><TD noWrap>Jan 03</TD><TD noWrap>KC @ DEN </TD><TD>Invesco Field at Mile High</TD><TD>4:15 PM </TD><TD>Tickets</TD><TD noWrap>CBS</TD><TD>716 </TD><TD noWrap>
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5teamparlay said:

Denver is in... :think2:

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Denver has the Best Record at 8-5, they hold a 1 game lead on the 4 above teams. All ( 7-6 )

Unless they fall on their faces, which I don't see happening...( I think the worst they go is 2-1 ) Yes, they just about have a Wildcard locked up....with Tie breakers, etc...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...roncos-shake-out-in-the-afc-playoff-scenarios

How the Denver Broncos Shake Out in the AFC Playoff Scenarios

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Written on December 15, 2009

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Self realization as a football fan starts now.

Admit it, whether you are religious in having a faith in God or not, or you celebrate the holidays or not, you as the NFL fan love this time of year.

The playoffs start in less than four weeks, shortly after the last regular season games on January 3<SUP>rd</SUP> take place, the playoff picture will be official. As of now, there is still a great deal of wiggle room, especially in the AFC, but this week is the time to nail down the possible playoff entry scenarios. You have to map that out first before you can speculate on the possible matchups, so here’s a definitive look at the AFC Playoff picture and how it impacts the Denver Broncos most specifically.

Kiss Homefield Advantage Goodbye

As everyone knows the Indianapolis Colts are set to run the table in the AFC as they may finish the regular season undefeated. Then the road to the Super Bowl goes through Indianappolis. There is a remote yet favorable speculation that might land San Diego in Indy first. That situation could be the best thing for the rest of the AFC playoff picture, so stay tuned. For now however, give the Colts credit for yet another amazing run under Peyton Manning. The Colts are currently 13-0 with three games remaining. Not even 13-0 New Orleans in the NFC has wrapped up home field like the Colts have at this stage

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Denver Broncos

The Denver Broncos currently have the inside track to the number one wild card slot in the AFC. They can win the division only if they win out and San Diego loses two of their next three, preferably against the Bengals and the Titans. The Broncos could own the second seed in the AFC if the Chargers lose the division the Broncos at least tie the Bengals overall record.

This would mean the Broncos could host at least one playoff game.

If the Broncos wind up as the wild card they will not have a home game unless both wild card teams run the table, which is highly unlikely.

Denver owns wild card tie-breakers against the Bengals and Patriots. The Broncos have an edge over the Jaguars, Dolphins, and the Jets, but lose tie-breakers to the Ravens and Steelers.

Betallsports said:

Denver has the Best Record at 8-5, they hold a 1 game lead on the 4 above teams. All ( 7-6 )

Unless they fall on their faces, which I don't see happening...( I think the worst they go is 2-1 ) Yes, they just about have a Wildcard locked up....with Tie breakers, etc...

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I will say they don't own the Tie breaker with the Raven, as Baltimore beat them.

titians and tex are out of the running?

http://files.nfl-forecast.com/

97% chance according to these projections. Simulations against Oakland and Kansas City are the reason why

Of course I say Broncos lose in Philadelphia and Ravens run the table which means Denver is the correct choice for the final playoff spot

wheres the titans?

ive been looking for a list of what must happen for them to get in

Chris Paradise said:

wheres the titans?

ive been looking for a list of what must happen for them to get in

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Titans ?? The Titans are 6-7 with Mia, SD & seahawks left.

Denver is 8-5, and the other 4 teams are 7-6

I can't see them in the Hunt at all.

5teamparlay said:

Denver Broncos

The Denver Broncos currently have the inside track to the number one wild card slot in the AFC. They can win the division only if they win out and San Diego loses two of their next three, preferably against the Bengals and the Titans. The Broncos could own the second seed in the AFC if the Chargers lose the division the Broncos at least tie the Bengals overall record.

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Not true.

#1: Denver can also win the division by winning 2 of 3 IF SD were to lose out.

If Denver ONLY loses to Philly AND SD loses out

In this scenario, both teams finish 10-6, with a tied division record and an equal common opponents record (4-4). However, Denver's conference record of 8-4 would beat San Diego’s 7-5, so they would win the division.

#2: If Denver does win out & SD loses 2 of 3...There is no 'preferable' SD losses. Denver wins any tie-break in that scenario. (As of today)

If Denver wins out and SD loses to Cincy and Ten:
Denver would win because of CONFERENCE record, where SD would be 7-5 and Denver would be 8-4. Common opponents and division record would be tied, so conference record would be the next tiebreaker.

If Denver wins out and SD loses to Cincy and WAS:

In this scenario, Denver would win the division because of common opponents, where they would be 5-3 and SD would be 4-4.

If Denver wins out and SD loses to TEN and WAS:

Well, in this scenario, records are tied, division record is tie, and common opponents are tied at 5-3. Conference record would also be tied at 8-4, so it would come down to strength of victory. Denver's current strength of victory is 51-53 for a .490% San Diego’s is 55-75 for a .423


Not that I think any of the above scenarios are likely....Just pointing out that the quoted paragraph is incorrect.

pulling for the ravens to make a run at it

I love my Ravens , but I don't like the game in PITT. Even when one team is down and out they always give the other hell. True rivalry. If nothing else the Steelers would love to put a scar on the Ravens playoff hopes.

Chris Paradise said:

wheres the titans?

ive been looking for a list of what must happen for them to get in

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ok, local paper has it brokedown and it dont look impossible.

for titans to get in they must win out.

ravens,jags must lose 2 more each

steelers must lose at least 1 more

jets must lose 1 and dolphins lose ONLY 1 OR jets lose 2+

all of the above should happen except the ravens part , they play bears,steelers,raiders. and the titans will be dogs at home to chargers too