If choosing one team the Patriots should avoid if possible, the view from here is that it’s the 8-3 Broncos, solely because of the “Peyton Manning Factor.” Yes, the Patriots beat the Broncos on Oct. 7 (and thus win any potential head-to-head tiebreaker), but Denver is a different team now and with Manning anything is possible. They have a softer schedule down the homestretch as well.
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How Do the Patriots Fit into the Playoff Picture After Week 12? | Bleacher Report
How Do the Patriots Fit into the Playoff Picture After Week 12? | Bleacher Report
Breaking down the current playoff picture for the Pats. They can’t get a break with the Texans or Ravens!