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As the 2024 NFL regular season approaches its conclusion, the playoff picture is becoming clearer with twelve teams already clinching postseason spots. The final week of the season will determine the last playoff spots and seedings, particularly in the NFC North and AFC North. Key matchups include the Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions and the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cincinnati Bengals, both of which have significant playoff implications.
- Twelve teams have already clinched playoff spots, with only one remaining in both the AFC and NFC.
- The NFC North title and the top seed in the NFC are on the line in the Vikings-Lions game.
- The AFC North title will be decided in the Ravens-Steelers matchup.
Lamar Jackson | QB
Breakout
Week 18
- Jackson is crucial for the Ravens' playoff hopes, needing a win against the Browns to secure the AFC North title.
Kenny Pickett | QB
Breakout
Week 18
- Pickett's performance against the Bengals is pivotal for the Steelers to clinch the AFC North title.
Joe Burrow | QB
Pickup
Week 18
- Burrow needs a win against the Steelers to keep the Bengals' playoff hopes alive.
Tua Tagovailoa | QB
Breakout
Week 18
- Tagovailoa must lead the Dolphins to victory against the Jets to secure a playoff spot.
Jared Goff | QB
Breakout
Week 18
- Goff's performance is critical for the Lions to clinch the No. 1 seed in the NFC.
Kirk Cousins | QB
Breakout
Week 18
- Cousins needs to perform well against the Lions to secure home-field advantage.
Baltimore Ravens
- The Ravens can clinch the AFC North title with a win or a tie against the Browns.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- The Steelers need to win against the Bengals and hope for a Ravens loss to clinch the AFC North.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals must win against the Steelers and rely on other results to secure a playoff berth.
Miami Dolphins
- The Dolphins need a win against the Jets and a Broncos loss to clinch a playoff spot.
Detroit Lions
- The Lions can secure the No. 1 seed in the NFC with a win against the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings need a win against the Lions to clinch the No. 1 seed and home-field advantage.