December 30th 2024.
It's been a tough road for the Denver Broncos, who have been trying to break their eight-year playoff drought. They've had two chances already, but unfortunately, they've come up short both times. However, with just one week left in the regular season, they have one more opportunity to secure a spot in the postseason. And this time, it might be their easiest path yet with the Kansas City Chiefs coming to town.
Now, before we get too excited, it's important to note that the Chiefs have already clinched the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs. This means that their head coach, Andy Reid, may choose to rest some of his starters in this final game. While that may seem like a good thing for the Broncos, it's important to remember that games are not won on paper. They still need to go out there and give it their all.
The Broncos don't necessarily need to win this game to secure the seventh and final seed in the AFC bracket, but it would certainly be the easiest way. With the Indianapolis Colts unexpectedly losing to the New York Giants on Sunday, there are now only three teams vying for the last spot: Miami, Cincinnati, and Denver. Let's take a closer look at each team's scenarios.
First up, the Denver Broncos. They will be facing off against the Chiefs in Week 18, with the kickoff time still to be announced. If the Broncos want to clinch the No. 7 seed, they can do so by winning or tying the game, or if both Miami and Cincinnati lose. However, if they lose and either Miami or Cincinnati win, they will be eliminated.
Next, we have the Miami Dolphins. They will be playing against the New York Jets in their final game, with the kickoff time also yet to be announced. For the Dolphins to secure the No. 7 seed, they must win their game and hope that the Broncos lose. If they lose, or if the Broncos win, they will be eliminated.
Finally, we have the Cincinnati Bengals, who will be facing off against the Pittsburgh Steelers in their final game. Like Miami, their kickoff time is still to be announced. For the Bengals to clinch the No. 7 seed, they must win their game and hope that both the Broncos and the Dolphins lose. If they lose, or if the Broncos win, they will be eliminated.
It's a tight race for that final spot in the AFC playoffs, and it's going to be an exciting week of football. But for the Broncos, it all comes down to this game against the Chiefs. Will they be able to take advantage of Kansas City's resting starters, or will they falter once again? We'll have to wait and see. But one thing's for sure, we'll all be on the edge of our seats until the very end. For more Broncos news and analysis, be sure to sign up for the Broncos Insider newsletter.
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