The Los Angeles Chargers secured their playoff berth with a decisive 40-7 victory over the New England Patriots on Saturday, improving their record to 10-6.
The team now prepares for their Week 18 road matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders, with kickoff scheduled for 1:25 PM PT.
However, the Chargers’ playoff seeding remains uncertain. Here’s a breakdown of possible seeding and opponent scenarios heading into the final week of the regular season.
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Chargers Need To Win To Secure The 5 Seed
The Chargers are currently vying for the No. 5 seed in the AFC. A victory over the Raiders in Week 18 would secure this position, surpassing the Pittsburgh Steelers (10-7) in the standings.
A fifth seed for the Chargers would result in a Wild Card game matchup against the Houston Texans, who have already clinched the AFC South title.
Sixth Seed Possibilities
The Chargers are guaranteed a playoff berth, with a minimum seeding of sixth in the AFC. This scenario could potentially result in a matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, who clinched the AFC North with a victory on Saturday.
They can secure the fifth seed with a win against the Raiders in Week 18. A loss would result in a sixth seed and a potential matchup against the Ravens in the Wild Card round, setting up a rematch to the Week 12, Harbaugh Bowl that resulted in a 23-30 loss.
The date and time for their first playoff game will be announced following the conclusion of Week 18.