NFL Playoff Picture Ahead of Week 10
According to PFF simulations, the Pittsburgh Steelers have a 75% chance of reaching the playoffs if they win in Week 10. However, that probability drops to 42% if they lose.
The playoff landscape is expected to evolve throughout the rest of the season. Therefore, it's useful to consider the projected playoff picture, which shows the estimated chances each team has to qualify for the postseason according to PFF.
Projected Playoff Chances and Leverage
The charts present each team's playoff probabilities alongside their playoff leverage, which reflects how much their chances would improve or decline with a win or loss. Team logos display their current playoff chances, with numbers to the right indicating chances after a win and numbers to the left showing chances after a loss.
"The logos show the current playoff chances. The points to the right of the logos indicate the chances after a win, and the points to the left indicate the chances after a loss."
This approach helps fans and analysts understand how crucial each game is for a team's playoff hopes.
Author's summary: PFF projects the Steelers’ playoff chances sharply rise with a Week 10 win, exemplifying how critical single games are in shaping the NFL playoff picture.