NFL Week 12 Recap: Playoff Hopes Dashed, Surprises Emerge

The Buffalo Bills' playoff hopes are in jeopardy after losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in overtime, leaving them with a 6-6 record. Their remaining schedule includes tough matchups against the Kansas City Chiefs and Dallas Cowboys. The Bills will need to catch fire and hope for other teams to falter in order to secure a playoff berth. Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos have won five consecutive games and are finding success with a balanced offense led by quarterback Russell Wilson. The Pittsburgh Steelers had a solid offensive performance in their win against the Cincinnati Bengals, with newly elevated play-caller Mike Sullivan simplifying the game plan and providing support for quarterback Kenny Pickett. The Jacksonville Jaguars are in a good position atop the AFC South but face challenges ahead, while the New England Patriots continue to struggle at the quarterback position and are unlikely to make the playoffs. The Carolina Panthers are still stuck in neutral with a lack of talent and a struggling rookie quarterback in Bryce Young.