DENVER UPSETS KANSAS CITY, RAMS EMERGE AS NFC CONTENDERS AS PLAYOFF PICTURE SHARPENS
A stunning upset in Denver has thrown the AFC West race into turmoil, while in the NFC, the los Angeles Rams are establishing themselves as a team to beat as Week 11 concludes. The Broncos defeated the Chiefs, derailing Kansas City’s hopes of a dominant run through the division. Meanwhile, the Rams continue to impress, solidifying their position atop the NFC standings.
The NFL playoff race is intensifying with teams battling for positioning as the season enters its critical phase.Currently, the Baltimore Ravens (8-3) and Miami Dolphins (7-3) led the AFC, followed closely by the Chiefs (6-4) after their loss. In the NFC, the Rams (7-3) are pacing the conference, with the Buccaneers (6-4) and Seahawks (6-4) hot on their heels. This week’s results significantly impact the postseason outlook, with several teams vying for wild card spots.
AFC Standings & Outlook
* Baltimore Ravens (8-3): Maintaining a strong hold on the AFC’s top seed.
* Miami Dolphins (7-3): Continuing to challenge for the AFC East title.
* Kansas city Chiefs (6-4): Suffered a setback with a loss to the Broncos,needing to regain momentum.
* Jacksonville Jaguars (6-4): remain competitive in the AFC South.
NFC Standings & Outlook
* Los Angeles Rams (7-3): emerging as a clear NFC favorite, boasting a balanced team. The Bucs have a decent schedule with four division opponents over their last six outings.
* Next three weeks: at Rams, vs. Cardinals, vs. Saints
* Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-4): Contending for a playoff spot with a favorable remaining schedule.
* Seattle Seahawks (6-4): Sam Darnold’s career revival has been remarkable, but turnovers remain a concern. He lost a fumble in a goal-to-go situation in Week 1 against the 49ers, threw an interception in the closing minute against the Bucs in Week 5, and tossed four picks in sunday’s loss to the Rams.
* Next three weeks: at Titans, vs. Vikings, at Falcons
* Green Bay Packers (6-4): Inconsistent performances are a concern despite earlier Super Bowl aspirations. The Packers are 8-0-1 when they score at least 26 points and 0-6 when they don’t, averaging just 10 points per game during their last four losses.
* Next three weeks: vs. Vikings, at Lions, vs. Bears
* San Francisco 49ers (6-4): Alternating wins and losses, relying on depth at quarterback with Mac Jones filling in for Brock Purdy. Ranked 16th in scoring and 14th in points allowed.
* Next three weeks: vs. Panthers, at Browns, Bye
In the Hunt
* Detroit Lions (6-4)
* Carolina Panthers (6-5)
* Minnesota Vikings (4-6)
* Dallas Cowboys (3-5-1)
* Arizona Cardinals (3-7)
* Atlanta Falcons (3-7)
* Washington Commanders (3-8)
* New Orleans Saints (2-8)
* New York Giants (2-9)
Eliminated
* None
