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How Patriots’ odds to win AFC East, get AFC’s No. 1 seed can improve in Week 16

The Patriots will get a second try at securing a playoff spot in Week 16

There are a few different ways the Patriots can clinch their first playoff berth in four years this weekend. A win over the Ravens would be the easiest way to do it, but they could get into the postseason if the Colts lose to the 49ers on Monday or if the Texans lose to the Raiders on Sunday.

At 11-3, the Patriots still remain ahead of the 10-4 Bills in the AFC East even after last week’s loss. They’re also still in the hunt for the AFC’s No.