The NFL is 10 weeks through the 2024 season, and only one unbeaten team remains -- the Kansas City Chiefs. There are also some surprise division leaders, including the Arizona Cardinals (NFC West) and Pittsburgh Steelers (AFC North).

The Kansas City Chiefs blocked a field goal as time expired to beat the Denver Broncos on Sunday afternoon and remain undefeated on the year at 9-0. They hold a commanding lead in the AFC West and are on pace to earn the bye in the AFC.

The 2024 NFL regular season just crossed the midway point, with nine weeks of the 18-week schedule in the books. Yet, with so much of the season still left to play, the playoff field in the AFC already appears to be nearly set.

The first half of the NFL season is officially behind us, and with the Week 10 slate of games set to start on Thursday with the Ravens and Bengals, it’s never too early to break down the AFC playoff picture and where Baltimore currently stands.

The Ravens cemented their spot atop the AFC North, and now will be rooting for the Eagles to defeat the Chiefs on Monday night.

The Kansas City Chiefs are now 9-0 this season. But several other teams have impressed as of late, with the Detroit Lions' win streak at seven games, the Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills having each won five straight and the Pittsburgh Steelers and Arizona Cardinals each at four wins in a row.

Week 10 saw numerous tight games drastically swing the NFL playoff picture. Let’s examine the current NFL standings and playoff picture, as well as the Week 10 games that had the biggest impact. Current NFL Playoff Bracket and Scenarios AFC Playoff Chances 1.