berth
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The Chargers clinched a playoff berth this week but are looking for more than a wild-card spot.
From Los Angeles Times
He passed for 300 yards and three touchdowns in a 34-17 win over the Cowboys that led to the Chargers clinching a playoff berth Monday with San Francisco’s win over Indianapolis.
From Los Angeles Times
By virtue of the Indianapolis Colts losing to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night, the Chargers secured a playoff berth, and the division title and top seed in the AFC are still in play.
From Los Angeles Times
The Irish signed a deal with the CFP that stipulates, beginning next year, if they are ranked in the top 12, they are guaranteed a playoff berth.
From Los Angeles Times
The Chargers could wrap up a playoff berth later Sunday, if the Houston Texans lose to the Las Vegas Raiders.
From Barron's
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