4. Carolina Panthers (8-7), NFC South leaders: Their defeat of the Bucs on Sunday moved them into first place. They can win the division next week with a win and Tampa Bay loss. A Week 18 defeat of the Buccaneers would also do the job regardless of circumstances. Remaining schedule: vs. Seahawks, at Buccaneers

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The Patriots have clinched a playoff berth and have two very winnable games ahead: they visit the Jets in Week 16 and host the Dolphins in Week 17. If they win out, they would clinch the AFC East title, with a terrific chance at the No. 1 seed and first round bye.

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With two weeks left in the NFL season, the playoff field is mostly set: Ten teams have clinched playoff berths and four more are still available.

The Carolina Panthers had three players sit out Wednesday’s practice. Wideout Tetairoa McMillan took a rest day, while linebacker Trevin Wallace was out with a shoulder injury. Guard Rob Hunt was limited with a biceps injury.

The Minnesota Vikings are now riding high after securing their fourth straight win, as the season has just one week left. In the process of securing it, they knocked their division rival out of any chance of making the playoffs. They now head into Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.