In the weeks leading up to NFL Week 18, fans often had to keep several different variables in mind when mapping out the possibilities of how their teams could clinch a postseason berth – or be eliminated. But with much of the playoff picture already settled – and only so many permutations possible in the final week – the remaining contenders for the last few spots, division titles and seeds are well aware of what developments are needed for the optimal outcome.

For those who need a refresher, however, here are the remaining NFL playoff clinching scenarios heading into Sunday of NFL Week 18:

NFL Week 18 playoff scenarios

Cincinnati Bengals

• Clinch playoff berth with:
  • Broncos loss + Dolphins loss or tie

Denver Broncos

• Clinch playoff berth with:

Miami Dolphins

• Clinch playoff berth with:

Detroit Lions

• Clinch NFC North and NFC’s No. 1 seed with:

Minnesota Vikings

• Clinch NFC North and NFC’s No. 1 seed with:

Atlanta Falcons

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

• Clinch NFC South with:
  • Win or tie
  • Falcons loss or tie