4 NFL teams who definitely won’t be in the playoffs (2022)

After a long and grueling regular season, the best NFL teams in the league will soon head to the postseason to battle it out for the ultimate prize: the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

The playoffs are always a thrilling time for NFL fans. Every game is do-or-die, with the loser going home and the winner advancing to the next round. The intensity and tension are palpable on the field and in the stands, as fans cheer on their team in hopes of a victory.

As we gear up for the playoffs, the matchups are looking incredibly exciting. There are plenty of talented teams and players who have the potential to make a deep run in the postseason, and it’s anyone’s guess who will come out on top. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of a particular team or just love the excitement of playoff football, there’s no denying that the NFL playoffs are must-see TV.

Sadly, not every team will get to experience the joys and excitement of the postseason. With 32 teams in the league and only 14 playoff spots available, less than half of the teams in the league will make it to the postseason.

Many teams remain in contention for the playoffs; however, there are four teams whose playoff dreams have already come to an end — and that number will continue to grow as the season comes to a close.

NFL teams eliminated from playoffs 2023

• Houston Texans
• Chicago Bears
• Arizona Cardinals
• Denver Broncos

Are the Texans out of the playoffs?

The 2022 season has not been kind to the Houston Texans who were the first NFL team to be eliminated from the postseason. After kicking off their season with a tie, the Texans went on a losing streak with their only win as of Week 15 coming way back in Week 5 when they defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars.

With only one win under their belt, the Texans were eliminated from the postseason weeks before any other teams. The one silver lining for fans of the franchise is that they’re likely to get the first pick in the 2023 NFL Draft which could help them to bring in some strong new players for the 2023 season.

Are the Bears out of the playoffs?

If you’re hoping to see the Chicago Bears in the playoffs, we regret to inform you that the Bears have mathematically been eliminated from the NFL playoffs. While the Bears have shown some flashes of hope this season with some strong performances from players such as quarterback Justin Fields, they came up short time after time this season leading to a losing record that will prevent them from making it to the playoffs.

Are the Cardinals out of the playoffs?

After starting the season 2-2, the Arizona Cardinals showed glimmers of hope for making the postseason. However, the team quickly began digging themselves into a hole that would ultimately prove too big to dig themselves out of. As of Week 15, the Cardinals have been eliminated from the playoff picture with no hopes of the team making it into the postseason this year.

Are the Broncos out of the playoffs?

When the Denver Broncos signed Russell Wilson in the offseason via an unexpected trade with the Seattle Seahawks, fans hoped Wilson would lead the team to the postseason. Sadly, things have not gone the team’s way this year with the Broncos struggling to pick up wins across the season. Their dismal performance this year led to their elimination from the playoff picture as of Week 14 when it became mathematically impossible for the team to make it to the postseason.