Kansas City Chiefs, first seed for the Playoffs after Week 13

The 2024 NFL season is beginning to define the contenders for the Playoffs, and the Kansas City Chiefs have become the first team to secure their spot in the postseason. With their narrow 19-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in the Black Friday duel, the current champions reaffirmed their dominance in the AFC West and continue on their path to the double championship.

The Chiefs, unstoppable with Mahomes and company
Patrick Mahomes led his team in a key game, where he also broke the franchise's all-time record for touchdown passes with 238, surpassing the mark of the legendary Len Dawson. The victory, combined with the Miami Dolphins' loss to the Green Bay Packers, sealed Kansas City's ticket to the Playoffs.

With an impressive 11-1 record, the Chiefs are not only leaders of their division, but also of the American Conference, consolidating themselves as favorites to reach the Super Bowl.

Other teams in the fight for a spot
In addition to the Chiefs, other teams are on the verge of securing their place in the postseason:

Buffalo Bills: The Bills could guarantee the AFC East crown if they manage to beat the San Francisco 49ers in their next matchup. The Dolphins' loss in this round opens the door for them to seal their qualification.

Detroit Lions: In the NFC, the Lions face a more complicated scenario. Although they beat the Chicago Bears in Week 13, they need a combination of results: losses by the 49ers, Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Washington Commanders.

The final stretch promises excitement
With only four weeks left in the regular season, the competition for the playoff tickets will be fierce. While Kansas City already secures its spot, teams like the Bills and Lions hope for a favorable outcome in Week 14 to follow in the footsteps of the reigning champions.

The upcoming matches will be decisive in defining the complete postseason picture, which promises to be one of the most exciting in recent years.