NFL Playoff Scenarios 2015-16: AFC and NFC Bracket Picture Entering Week 15

December 18, 2015   ·   Andrew Gould   ·   Jump to comments

Heading into Week 15, the NFL playoff picture has transformed from a series of abstract possibilities to complicated calculus.
With three weeks to spare, the Carolina Panthers have already secured a first-round bye, while the Arizona Cardinals and New England Patriots wrapped up playoff bids. This weekend, as many as five teams can officially join them. ESPN.com offered blueprints for each to clinch a postseason spot.
If the season ended today, the Pittsburgh Steelers would delight AFC competitors by watching from home as the 6-7 Indianapolis Colts play instead. Before NFC fans laugh at the conference's division-induced absurdity, the 6-7 Washington Redskins currently have a home playoff bout lined up against the 8-5 Seattle Seahawks.
Much can change in three weeks. Remember when the Atlanta Falcons held a wild-card ticket?
Let's look at what's at stake during Week 15's slate.
 
AFC Playoff Picture
AFC's playoff contenders have suffered significa...

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