Consecutive losses have placed the Broncos' backs up against the wall. Can they win in Week 18 to avoid missing the playoffs yet again?

In a funny twist, the Chiefs can knock the Bengals out of the postseason before the bracket is even set. All they have to do is lose the regular-season finale in Denver to ensure the Broncos reach the postseason and the Bengals stay out of it — a task made easier with Mahomes and a host of top-flight starters expected to sit out the game.

Here's a look at how the sportsbooks view each of the five remaining teams' contending for two NFL wild card spots chances of reaching the playoffs.

The Bengals and Dolphins were able to keep their playoff hopes alive, remaining in the AFC playoff picture after Week 17.