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Matthew Stevens

AFC playoff picture: Crunch time starts for Ravens after Week 13

The Baltimore Ravens were able to keep pace in the AFC playoff picture, beating the Dallas Cowboys in Week 13 to improve their record to 7-5. But unfortunately for the Ravens, all of their playoff-hopeful competition also got the job done, not allowing Baltimore to gain any real ground. With only four games remaining, the AFC playoff picture is beginning to get a little clearer while cutting the time the Ravens have to make a move.

This week, Baltimore will get another AFC North matchup, taking on the 9-3 Cleveland Browns. The Ravens wouldn’t be mathematically eliminated if they lose this game but realistically, their playoff hopes would all but be finished. At the same time, a win wouldn’t lock up a playoff spot but could see Baltimore get out of “the hunt” and into an actual seed for the first time in weeks. Of course, a little love from the football gods wouldn’t hurt either, and if some of the teams on this list lose this week, the Ravens’ playoff chances could increase regardless.

Let’s take a look at how the AFC playoff picture currently looks in Week 14.

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