NFL playoff standings: Where are Jaguars in AFC race after Week 5?
With Week 5 of the 2026 NFL season wrapped up, where are the Jacksonville Jaguars in the AFC playoff race?
The Jacksonville Jaguars find themselves firmly in contention for the AFC South title after just five games of the 2026 NFL season. With a win on Sunday, the Jaguars' lead over the Indianapolis Colts has widened to two games. Meanwhile, the Houston Texans, who had been a potential wildcard in the race, secured a victory against the Tennessee Titans, but remain at the bottom of the pack with a 1-4 record.
This weekend's games will see the Jaguars and Texans face off in London, while the Colts will host the Titans. Currently, the Jaguars hold the third seed in the AFC playoffs, just behind the Baltimore Ravens, who boast the second-best conference record at 4-1. The Buffalo Bills, also sitting at 4-1, are the fourth seed, with the Jaguars' better conference record from them giving them an edge.
The Kansas City Chiefs lead the AFC with a perfect 4-0 record, while the Baltimore Ravens and Jacksonville Jaguars are tied at 4-1. The division is further rounded out by the Buffalo Bills and the Denver Broncos, each with a 4-1 record. The New England Patriots and Denver Broncos share a 3-2 record, while the Las Vegas Raiders sit at 3-2.
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