Here's How the Patriots Can Clinch a Playoff Spot Today
By Ian Anderson
It's been another remarkable campaign for the New England Patriots, and you better believe they're on their way to another postseason run. But, could they clinch a spot on Sunday?
As it stands, Tom Brady and Co. can punch their tickets to the playoffs on Sunday night against the Texans with a win and some help.
Today's @NFL Playoff scenarios:
— Andrew Siciliano (@AndrewSiciliano) December 1, 2019
49ers can clinch playoff spot with win AND Rams loss or tie
Patriots can clinch playoff spot with win AND Raiders loss OR win AND Steelers loss
With a win today, combined with either a Steelers or Raiders loss, and the Pats will be postseason-bound for the 11th consecutive season.
With the Pittsburgh Steelers hosting the Cleveland Browns and the Chiefs hosting the Raiders, there's a good chance NE can earn its postseason berth on Sunday.
- Gilmore vs. Hopkins
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) December 1, 2019
- Convert on offense
- No big rushing plays @MikeDussault19's keys to success today: https://t.co/dRdyh0S7KD
In order for the Pats to move forward, though, they'll need to focus on taking down Deshaun Watson and the Texans. After a close win over the Cowboys last week, let's see if Brady and the Pats can keep their winning ways going.