Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals, and others predicted for AFC playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:55 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
As the 2026-2027 NFL season approaches, predictions for the AFC playoffs highlight seven teams likely to compete. The Buffalo Bills are expected to reclaim the AFC East under new coach Joe Brady. The Cincinnati Bengals are predicted to win the AFC North with a healthy Joe Burrow leading the way. The Houston Texans, bolstered by strong defensive play, are anticipated to top the AFC South, while the Los Angeles Chargers aim to secure the AFC West after overcoming adversity. The Denver Broncos, New England Patriots, and Kansas City Chiefs are expected to make up the Wild Card spots.
- •Buffalo Bills predicted to win AFC East under Joe Brady.
- •Cincinnati Bengals expected to lead the AFC North with Joe Burrow.
- •Houston Texans look to top AFC South with strong defense.
- •Los Angeles Chargers projected to claim AFC West.
- •Denver Broncos, Patriots, and Chiefs expected to earn Wild Card spots.
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Predicting the AFC playoff teams ahead of the 2026-2027 NFL season
"The 7 teams that will represent the AFC in the playoffs this coming season.
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