Chargers playoff picture: Who LA would face if season ended today

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The Chargers defeated the Chiefs on Sunday afternoon, knocking Kansas City out of playoff contention. So, how much did it increase their chances of making the playoffs?

Here's a look at how Los Angeles' win over Kansas City impacts its playoff chances.

Chargers playoff odds​

Sitting at 10-4 going after the win, the Chargers have a 95% chance of making the postseason, according to The Athletic's Playoff Simulator. They entered Week 15 with a 78% chance.

Chargers remaining schedule​

The Chargers will face the NFL's 6th-hardest schedule the remainder of the season, per Tankathon. They have two matchups remaining against teams with winning records (Broncos and Texans), as well as the Cowboys.

Below is a look at Los Angeles' remaining opponents:

Week 16: at Dallas Cowboys

Week 17: vs. Houston Texans

Week 18: at Denver Broncos

AFC West standings​

The Chargers entered Week 15 in second place in the standings. They remain there and are still two games back from first place in the division.

1. Denver Broncos (12-2)
2. Los Angeles Chargers (10-4)
3. Kansas City Chiefs (6-8)
4. Las Vegas Raiders (2-12)

AFC playoff picture​

1. Denver Broncos (12-2; AFC West leaders)
2. New England Patriots (11-3; AFC East leaders)
3. Jacksonville Jaguars (10-4; AFC South leaders)
4. Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6; AFC North leaders)
5. Los Angeles Chargers (10-4; wild card No. 1)
6. Buffalo Bills (10-4; wild card No. 2)
7. Houston Texans (9-5; wild card No. 3)

If the season ended today, the Chargers would travel to Pittsburgh to face the Steelers.

This article originally appeared on Chargers Wire: Chargers' playoff odds, remaining schedule, division standings

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