Broncos playoff scenarios: How Denver can clinch AFC's top seed

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

1. DEN win OR

2. DEN tie + NE loss or tie OR

3. 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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