AFC playoff picture: Ravens sit as early 2nd seed ahead of matchup vs. Browns

The Ravens are 7-2 and atop the AFC North, but that standing alone won’t create much separation, as three other division rivals are also currently in the postseason picture.

If the postseason started this weekend, the AFC North would be represented by all four teams, along with the division winners from the AFC East, AFC South, and AFC West.

Baltimore and Cleveland are set for a high-profile matchup on Sunday, and a loss could drop the Browns down onto the bubble and as low as the No. 9 overall seed.

With preparation for Sunday underway, here’s a first look at the AFC playoff picture.