The Buffalo Bills got the wind knocked out of them and lost some breathing room in the playoff picture.

Buffalo’s 7–4 record still keeps the Bills inside the AFC postseason field, but their loss to the Houston Texans on Thursday Night Football triggered some movement. The Bills slipped one spot in the wild-card standings, Houston gained ground, and several upcoming opponents are now staring directly at Buffalo’s lane in the bracket.

The Bills still hold a wild-card spot and remain in solid shape to reach the postseason.

Here’s how the AFC playoff picture looks with Week 12 underway and where Buffalo fits in.

Bills’ playoff odds remain strong, but seeding took a hit

According to NFL.com’s projections, the Bills’ playoff probability only dipped from 92% to 87%.

The loss in Houston

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