## NFL Playoff Probabilities for Every Team Entering Week 12
**As the NFL season approaches its halfway point, the playoff race is starting to heat up. Several teams have emerged as contenders, while others have fallen out of contention. Here’s a look at the playoff probabilities for every team entering Week 12, according to Football Outsiders:**
### AFC
**1. Kansas City Chiefs (83.5%)**
The Chiefs are the clear favorites in the AFC, with a dominant offense led by Patrick Mahomes. They have a 7-3 record and hold a commanding lead in the AFC West.
**2. Buffalo Bills (70.0%)**
The Bills have been impressive this season, with a 6-3 record. They have a dynamic offense led by Josh Allen and a stout defense.
**3. Cincinnati Bengals (63.7%)**
The Bengals are the defending AFC champions and have a strong team led by Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase. They have a 5-4 record and are in the thick of the AFC North race.
**4. Baltimore Ravens (54.8%)**
The Ravens have been a bit inconsistent this season but remain a threat in the AFC. They have a 6-3 record and are led by a strong defense.
**5. New York Jets (50.1%)**
The Jets have been a surprise team this season, with a 6-3 record. They have a young and talented roster led by Zach Wilson and Sauce Gardner.
**6. Miami Dolphins (43.0%)**
The Dolphins have a 5-3 record and are in the mix for a wild-card berth. They have a solid offense led by Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill.
**7. New England Patriots (34.6%)**
The Patriots have a 5-4 record and are still in the playoff hunt. They have a strong defense but have struggled on offense at times.
**8. Pittsburgh Steelers (32.2%)**
The Steelers have a 3-6 record and are fading from playoff contention. They have struggled on both offense and defense.
**9. Cleveland Browns (27.2%)**
The Browns have a 3-6 record and are also out of the playoff picture. They have been decimated by injuries and have struggled to find consistency.
**10. Indianapolis Colts (26.1%)**
The Colts have a 3-5-1 record and are on the verge of being eliminated from playoff contention. They have a weak offense and have struggled to protect Matt Ryan.
**11. Houston Texans (12.3%)**
The Texans have a 1-7-1 record and are the worst team in the AFC. They have a lot of holes on their roster and are in a full-blown rebuild.
**12. Jacksonville Jaguars (11.9%)**
The Jaguars have a 3-6 record and are also out of the playoff race. They have shown some improvement this season but still have a long way to go.
**13. Tennessee Titans (9.8%)**
The Titans have a 5-4 record but are fading fast. They have lost three straight games and have struggled to find their identity on offense.
**14. Denver Broncos (4.2%)**
The Broncos have a 3-6 record and are all but out of playoff contention. They have struggled on both offense and defense and have been a major disappointment this season.
**15. Las Vegas Raiders (3.3%)**
The Raiders have a 2-7 record and are also out of the playoff race. They have been a mess all season long and are in desperate need of a rebuild.
**16. Los Angeles Chargers (2.8%)**
The Chargers have a 4-5 record and are on the verge of being eliminated from playoff contention. They have a talented roster but have struggled to put it all together.
### NFC
**1. Philadelphia Eagles (93.3%)**
The Eagles are the clear favorites in the NFC, with a 9-1 record. They have a dominant offense led by Jalen Hurts and a stingy defense.
**2. Minnesota Vikings (77.4%)**
The Vikings have a 8-2 record and are in firm control of the NFC North. They have a high-powered offense led by Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson.
**3. San Francisco 49ers (71.6%)**
The 49ers have a 6-4 record and are a legitimate contender in the NFC. They have a strong defense and a young and talented offense.
**4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (63.1%)**
The Buccaneers have a 5-5 record but remain in the playoff hunt. They have a talented roster led by Tom Brady but have struggled with injuries this season.
**5. Dallas Cowboys (58.9%)**
The Cowboys have a 6-3 record and are in the thick of the NFC East race. They have a balanced offense and a solid defense.
**6. New York Giants (49.1%)**
The Giants have a 6-4 record and are a surprise team in the NFC. They have a strong defense and a young and improving offense.
**7. Washington Commanders (44.0%)**
The Commanders have a 6-4 record and are in the NFC wild-card race. They have a solid offense led by Taylor Heinicke and a stout defense.
**8. Detroit Lions (37.2%)**
The Lions have a 4-6 record and are in the mix for a wild-card berth. They have a young and talented roster led by Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown.
**9. Seattle Seahawks (34.9%)**
The Seahawks have a 6-4 record and are still in the playoff hunt. They have a strong defense but have struggled on offense at times.
**10. Los Angeles Rams (33.2%)**
The Rams have a 3-6 record and are fading from playoff contention. They have been plagued by injuries and have struggled to find their footing this season.
**11. Green Bay Packers (29.7%)**
The Packers have a 4-6 record and are on the verge of being eliminated from playoff contention. They have struggled on both offense and defense and have been a major disappointment this season.
**12. New Orleans Saints (28.3%)**
The Saints have a 4-6 record and are also out of the playoff race. They have been ravaged by injuries and have struggled to find consistency.
**13. Arizona Cardinals (21.3%)**
The Cardinals have a 3-6 record and are all but out of playoff contention. They have struggled on both offense and defense and have been a major disappointment this season.
**14. Atlanta Falcons (17.7%)**
The Falcons have a 4-6 record and are also out of the playoff race. They have shown some signs of improvement but still have a lot of holes on their roster.
**15. Carolina Panthers (14.5%)**
The Panthers have a 3-7 record and are also out of the playoff race. They have struggled on both offense and defense and have been a major disappointment this season.
**16. Chicago Bears (9.6%)**
The Bears have a 3-7 record and are the worst team in the NFC. They have a lot of holes on their roster and are in a full-blown rebuild.