How Chargers Playoff Dreams Can Still Come True

Believe it or not, the Chargers are still not mathematically eliminated from the playoffs.

It is a long, very slim, chance, but possible.

Here is a breakdown of what would have to happen in order for San Diego to get a playoff berth:

1. The Chargers have to win out. If the Bolts lose any of their last three games against the Panthers, Jets, or Raiders, they are out.

2. Sunday: the Pittsburgh Steelers lose to the Dallas Cowboys. The last time these two teams met was in 2008. In that game the Steelers won by a touchdown.

3. Week 16: The Steelers beat the Bengals. This is the second AFC North meeting for these teams. In week seven Pittsburgh beat the Bengals in Cincinnati 24-17.

4. Week 17: The Steelers lose to the Browns and the Bengals lose to the Ravens.

5. The Browns, who are currently sitting at 5-8, have to lose at least one of their last three games.