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Broncos playoff scenarios: How Denver can clinch AFC's top seed
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The Denver Broncos (13-3) control their seeding fate going into the final week of the NFL's regular season.
The Broncos have already clinched an AFC West title , and if they defeat the Los Angeles Chargers (11-5) in Week 18, Denver will also clinch the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs. Already dealing with a host of injuries, L.A. might opt to rest starters in that game, and the Broncos are considered clear favorites .
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Even if Denver trips up against the Chargers, the Broncos could still secure the top seed in the conference if the New England Patriots (13-3) lose and the and Jacksonville Jaguars (12-4) lose or tie in Week 18.
How Broncos can clinch AFC's No. 1 seed
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DEN win OR
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DEN tie + NE loss or tie OR
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NE loss + JAX loss or tie
The Jaguars will face the Tennessee Titans (3-13) on Sunday and the Patriots will face the Miami Dolphins (7-9). Denver's game against L.A. will be regionally televised on CBS at 2:25 p.m. MT on Sunday, Jan. 4.
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