Broncos’ Week 15 Playoff Scenarios Unveiled
The Denver Broncos face a pivotal moment as they navigate their Week 15 playoff scenarios. After the Los Angeles Chargers secured a win over the Philadelphia Eagles, the Broncos can no longer clinch the AFC West title this week. However, there are still multiple avenues for Denver to achieve a playoff berth.
Broncos’ Week 15 Playoff Scenarios
Here are the scenarios that could lead the Broncos to the playoffs:
- Broncos win
- Broncos tie and Chargers lose
- Broncos tie and Jaguars lose
- Broncos tie and Texans lose or tie
- Broncos tie and Colts lose or tie
Additionally, Denver can clinch a playoff spot with a loss or tie for Houston combined with a loss or tie for Indianapolis. However, both games cannot end in ties for this scenario to apply.
Upcoming Matchup
The Broncos, currently sitting at 11-2 and the No. 1 seed in the AFC, are set to host the 9-3-1 Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High this Sunday afternoon. The Packers rank as the No. 2 seed in the NFC and are slight favorites in this important matchup.
Key Week 15 Games to Watch
Several games this week could impact the Broncos’ playoff chances:
- Colts vs. Seahawks
- Chargers vs. Chiefs
- Jaguars vs. Jets
- Texans vs. Cardinals
Looking Ahead
As the race for the AFC West title continues, Broncos head coach Sean Payton emphasized the importance of focusing on their own performance. With the Kansas City Chiefs eliminated from division contention, the Broncos and Chargers are the remaining contenders. The two teams will meet again in the season finale in Week 18 in Denver.
“Everything right now has that work in progress sign,” Payton stated. “We have a stretch with solid teams ahead and need to concentrate on how we can win the division.” This mindset is crucial as the Broncos prepare for a challenging road ahead, starting with the matchup against the Packers.
