The Chargers defeated the Bengals on Sunday to pick up their fourth straight win. They improved to 7-3 and their chances of playing beyond the regular season.
Accordingly Los Angeles has a 91 percent chance of making the playoffs. With the Bolts' win and the Ravens' loss to the Steelers on Sunday, LA moved up to fifth place.
Here's a look at the division standings as Week 12 begins:
1. Chiefs (9-1)
2. Chargers (7-3)
3. Broncos (6-5)
4. Raiders (2-8)
And a look at the playoff picture:
*There are (7) playoff spots available
1. Chiefs (9-1)
2. Bills (9-2)
3. Steelers (8-2)
4. Texans (6-4)
5. Chargers (7-3)
6. Ravens (7-4)
7. Broncos (6-5)
8. Colt (5-6)
9. Dolphins (4-6)
10. Bengals (4-7)
AFC playoff games if the season ends today:
- No. 2 Bills vs. No. 7 Broncos
- No. 3 Steelers vs. No. 6 Ravens
- No. 4 Texans vs. No. 5 Chargers