This Elimination Options page presents sets of game outcomes ("cases") that result in the Patriots losing certain playoff spots. A total of 16 games from week 17 were considered. The list may not contain all possible combinations. When a given set of games eliminates multiple playoff spots the case is listed in the lowest playoff spot only.
Case 1
Patriots lose to the Jets, and
Broncos beat the Chiefs
Case 2
Patriots lose to the Jets, and
Chargers beat the Texans, and
Broncos tie the Chiefs
No elimination cases were found for this spot
No elimination cases were found for this spot
The Patriots cannot win this spot
No elimination cases were found for this spot
No elimination cases were found for this spot
The Patriots have already won this spot