There is an 83% chance that Tampa Bay is going to win the division and go to the playoffs; only the New Orleans Saints stand in their way. For the second time this season, Atlanta lost control of its destiny and allowed a team they swept to control their fate.

The Buccaneers need some help, but their path to the postseason is clear. Here's how Tampa can make the NFL playoffs in 2024.

The Bucs (9-7) have been in playoff mode for more than a month, winning five of the past six games to climb back to the top of the NFC South. They can clinch their fourth straight division title next Sunday with a win or tie at home against New Orleans.

At 8-8, the only way the Falcons can clinch the division is by defeating the Carolina Panthers and hoping the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lose to the New Orleans Saints.

While the Falcons now control their own fate, a tough test awaits under the lights in Week 17. Atlanta will be in the Washington D.C. area to face the contending Commanders, who might be looking to clinch a playoff berth of their own with a win.