Kansas City became the first team to clinch a playoff berth in the NFL's 2024 season, doing so a day after the New York Giants — who lost to the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving — became the first team eliminated from the postseason hunt. Las Vegas became the second team assured of missing out when the playoffs start in January.

The NFL playoff picture isn't moving much after Thanksgiving, but some teams can seal the first postseason berths in Week 13. That includes the Lions after they outlasted the Bears.

When the Detroit Lions take on the Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving in Week 13, head coach Dan Campbell's squad will have several avenues to punch its ticket to the postseason early. Here's a look at all the scenarios.