With just five weeks left in the NFL regular season, the playoff picture is beginning to crystallize as teams vie for position heading into Super Bowl LX, scheduled for February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California.The New England Patriots currently hold the top spot in the AFC, but several teams remain in contention for both divisional titles and coveted wild Card berths. Below, we detail the current AFC playoff standings as of the conclusion of Week 13 games.
The NFL playoff picture is taking shape with just five weeks remaining in the regular season, as teams battle for position ahead of Super Bowl LX, scheduled for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers.
In the American Football Conference, the New England Patriots currently lead the way with a record of 10-2, comfortably atop the AFC East. They hold a two-game advantage over the Buffalo Bills, who sit at 8-4.
AFC Playoff Picture as of Week 13
Here’s a look at how the AFC playoff bracket would shake out if the season ended today:
- New England Patriots (11-2) | AFC East
- Denver Broncos (10-2) | AFC West
- Jacksonville Jaguars (8-4) | AFC South
- Baltimore Ravens (6-6) | AFC North
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Following the conclusion of Week 13, the current divisional leaders are:
| Divisional Leaders | Wild Card Spots | In the Hunt |
|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots (11-2) | AFC East |
Los Angeles Chargers (8-4) | AFC West |
Houston Texans (7-5) | AFC South |
| Denver Broncos (10-2) | AFC West |
Indianapolis Colts (8-4) | AFC South |
Pittsburgh Steelers (6-6) | AFC North |
| Jacksonville Jaguars (8-4) | AFC South |
Buffalo Bills (8-4) | AFC East |
Kansas City Chiefs (6-6) | AFC West |
| Baltimore Ravens (6-6) | AFC North |
Miami Dolphins (5-7) | AFC East |
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| Cincinnati Bengals (4-8) | AFC North |
The Los Angeles Chargers, Indianapolis Colts, and Buffalo Bills would currently secure the three Wild Card spots. The race for the final playoff berths is heating up as several teams remain firmly in contention.
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