Saints Playoff Scenarios Week 18

Remaining Schedule

- Week 18: @ Carolina Panthers (6-10)

Playoff Scenarios

**Clinch NFC South Title with a Win** The Saints can clinch the NFC South title with a win in Week 18 against the Panthers. This scenario is the most straightforward and would give New Orleans a first-round bye in the playoffs. **Clinch NFC South Title with a Tie and a Buccaneers Loss** If the Saints tie in Week 18 and the Buccaneers lose to the Falcons, New Orleans will also clinch the NFC South title. This scenario is less likely, but it is still possible. **Clinch NFC South Title with a Loss and a Buccaneers Tie or Loss** If the Saints lose in Week 18 and the Buccaneers tie or lose to the Falcons, New Orleans will still win the NFC South. This scenario is the least likely, but it is still mathematically possible. **Miss Playoff with a Loss** If the Saints lose in Week 18 and the Buccaneers win, New Orleans will miss the playoffs.

Conclusion

The Saints' playoff hopes are still alive, but they will need to win in Week 18 to have a chance at the NFC South title. If the Saints lose, they will need the Buccaneers to lose in order to make the playoffs.