AFC South

Chicago Bears cruise to a 41-17 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. If they beat the Green Bay Packers next week, they are in the playoffs.

The Chicago Bears seized control of the NFC’s seventh and final playoff spot Sunday with a 41-17 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars and now only need to beat the Green Bay Packers in Week 17 to secure the postseason berth. The Arizona Cardinals’ loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday put the Bears in control of their playoff chances — and they came through with a big win against the Jaguars, who lost their 14th straight game. The Bears would also make the playoffs if they and the Cardinals both lose in Week 17. The Cardinals play the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. It was the Bears’ fourth…