If they sing something in Kansas City, Pittsburgh and Seattle, it might just be “I can see clearly now. “All three took wonderful steps on Sunday.
As for the right song on AFC South and NFC East, check out “Purple Haze”. Or “Land of Confusion. “
The image of the playoffs is transparent at some points and more confusing elsewhere. Other people at NFL headquarters will love having such important quarterbacks as Patrick Mahomes, Ben Roethlisberger, Russell Wilson, Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees already on the field. And they will have to be delighted that at least 10 games in Week 17 are of some importance in the playoffs.
“Appreciate those moments,” said supporter K. J. Wright, the Seahawks’ longest-standing player, told his teammates in the locker room after a 20-9 win over the Rams. “It’s been a while since we were champions of the NFC West. And this team, especially our fraternity, our solidarity, brought us to this moment.
Right now, that’s how things are going, and what could happen on the first Sunday of 2021.
AFC ES
Buffalo (11-3), facing New England on Monday night, holds the departmental crown and will take the position for now in Kansas City with a win.
Miami (10-5), with one of the most impressive ball losses in recent memory, earned a spot by winning the Bills next weekend, a huge challenge, but the Dolphins have faced many demanding situations this year.
“We have a special team,” Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick said after designing a last-minute workout to beat Las Vegas Saturday night. “This team has been fighting all year. “
AFC NORTH
Pittsburgh (12-3) broke a three-game streak with a monstrous moment to beat Indianapolis, which gave the Steelers the title of department.
“There’s a fine line between drinking wine and crushing grapes and it was very subtle,” Coach Mike Tomlin said.
The grapes are sweet for Baltimore and stale for Cleveland.
The Ravens (10-5) won their fourth consecutive game, beating the Giants, and will head to the playoffs with a win over Cincinnati. The Browns, who seek to finish the NFL’s longest playoff absence, the last appearance in 2002, were severely penalized. through coVID-19 disorders and fell to the Jets. You’re going to have to beat your steelmen, and you wouldn’t need Pittsburgh that drought?
AFC SOUTH
The Indianapolis crash in Pittsburgh knocked the Colts (10-5) out of a playoff spot. To return as wild cards, they have to deal with the inept Jacksonville (1-14, whose first day win against Indy) and lose Baltimore, Cleveland or Miami. Or if Tennessee (10-5 after a loss at Green Bay) loses to Houston next Sunday and the Colts win, they win the departmental crown and the Titans will likely be eliminated. Or not.
AFC WEST
All of Kansas City (14-1), despite a close victory over weak Atlanta on Sunday, the league’s protective champions have the only AFC playoff permit.
“If you take a look at this week’s history off, it’s a smart thing for groups looking to qualify for the championship,” Mahomes said. “But at the end of the day, we have to find a way to win a football game. each and every time we get there. “
NFC WEST
Every Seattle and Seahawks (11-4) have a farewell.
With their loss in Seattle, the Rams (9-6) want a home win over Arizona (8-7) to save a wild card. A loss would lift the Cardinals and, if Chicago beats Green Bay, it would give the Bears a spot. Also, sending your luggage to Los Angeles.
NFC NORTH
All of Green Bay, as well as the NFC bye with a victory at Soldier Field next Sunday. Packers (12-3) must avoid a triple tie with Seattle and New Orleans at 12-4, which will say goodbye to the Saints.
Chicago went from 5-1 to 5-7 to 8-7. A win and the Bears are tied for the playoffs.
NFC SOUTH
Everything’s settled, with New Orleans (11-4) at the helm and Tampa Bay, with the 43-year-old newcomer quarterback, a guy named Brady, a 10-5 wildcard.
NFC IS
All volatile, with the exception of Philadelphia (4-10-1), who saw his disappearance through wear and tear to Dallas (6-9). Pay attention to this:
A Washington win in Philadelphia Sunday night to Ron Rivera’s team in the department at 7-9, no matter what the Cowboys do to the Giants (5-10) in the afternoon. Washington has swept Dallas this season.
However, an Eagles win means that whoever comes out of the Cowboys-Giants game at Meadowlands, except for a draw, will head to the playoffs.
Yes, a team with a lost record will sign up for the Super Bowl chase and host a playoff game on the weekend of January.
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