berth

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By virtue of the Indianapolis Colts losing to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night, the Chargers secured a playoff berth, and the division title and top seed in the AFC are still in play.

From Los Angeles Times

The Irish signed a deal with the CFP that stipulates, beginning next year, if they are ranked in the top 12, they are guaranteed a playoff berth.

From Los Angeles Times

The Chargers could wrap up a playoff berth later Sunday, if the Houston Texans lose to the Las Vegas Raiders.

From Barron's

The Chargers, who play at Dallas on Sunday, can secure a postseason berth with a victory and some help from a team or two.

From Los Angeles Times

A win for Pittsburgh would leave their destiny in their own hands, regardless of Baltimore's result, while the Lions currently sit just outside the post-season berths.

From Barron's