How the Bengals clinch a playoff spot in Week 18

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty ImagesThe Cincinnati Bengals got some help in their quest for the playoffs in Week 17. After winning the overtime thriller against the Denver Broncos, the New York Giants upset the Indianapolis Colts, who the Bengals needed to lose a game in the final two weeks.

The Cleveland Browns did not help their cause, losing to the Miami Dolphins, another team the Bengals need to drop a game.

There is still a scenario where the Bengals can make the postseason, however.

What needs to happen

First and foremost, the Bengals need to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, who will likely play all of their starters in Week 18 to try to secure the 3rd seed in the playoffs by winning the…