Playoff Spots Decided in Week 17 Saturday Action

High stakes, thrilling finishes, and playoff dreams! NFL Week 17 Saturday delivered drama as playoff spots hung in the balance.

The Los Angeles Chargers clinched a playoff spot with a commanding 40-7 victory over the Patriots in rainy Foxboro.

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Cincinnati’s overtime win over Denver, 30-24, kept their playoff hopes alive. Joe Burrow shined with 2 TD passes, leading the NFL in passing yards.

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The Denver Broncos missed their opportunity to secure a playoff berth, dropping to 9-7 after their second consecutive loss.

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The Rams defeated the Cardinals 13-9 and took the lead in the NFC West, thanks to a strength-of-victory tiebreaker over Seattle.

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Joe Burrow took the NFL lead in passing yards and touchdowns, showcasing MVP-caliber play during the Bengals’ 4-game win streak.

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The Chargers’ win locks them into the playoffs, with six of seven AFC spots now secured. Who will claim the last spot?

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AFC: One spot remains as Bengals and Broncos battle. NFC: Rams near NFC West title, Cardinals fall short of playoffs.

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Week 17 Saturday reshaped the NFL playoff picture. Who will rise, and who will fall as the season finale looms?

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High stakes, thrilling finishes, and playoff dreams! NFL Week 17 Saturday delivered drama as playoff spots hung in the balance.

The Los Angeles Chargers clinched a playoff spot with a commanding 40-7 victory over the Patriots in rainy Foxboro.

Cincinnati’s overtime win over Denver, 30-24, kept their playoff hopes alive. Joe Burrow shined with 2 TD passes, leading the NFL in passing yards.

The Denver Broncos missed their opportunity to secure a playoff berth, dropping to 9-7 after their second consecutive loss.

The Rams defeated the Cardinals 13-9 and took the lead in the NFC West, thanks to a strength-of-victory tiebreaker over Seattle.

Joe Burrow took the NFL lead in passing yards and touchdowns, showcasing MVP-caliber play during the Bengals’ 4-game win streak.

The Chargers’ win locks them into the playoffs, with six of seven AFC spots now secured. Who will claim the last spot?

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AFC: One spot remains as Bengals and Broncos battle. NFC: Rams near NFC West title, Cardinals fall short of playoffs.

Week 17 Saturday reshaped the NFL playoff picture. Who will rise, and who will fall as the season finale looms?

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