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NFL Playoff Picture
The NFL Football Playoff Picture for the 2010-2011 Football Season is set. The New England Patriots are the #1 Seed in the AFC Conference with a league best record of 14-2. The Atlanta Falcons are the NFC #1 seed at 13-3.
Both teams will hold the home-field advantage throughout in their conference playoffs and have a bye for the first weekend of the playoffs.
The AFC Conference playoff picture will have the New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, Indianapolis Colts and Kansas City Chiefs as the division winners. The Baltimore Ravens and New York Jets have the wild card positions.
The NFC Conference playoff picture will have the Atlanta Falcons, Chicago Bears, Philadelphia Eagles and Seattle Seahawks as the division winners. The New Orleans Saints and Green Bay Packers are the wild card teams.
The NFL Playoffs will open with the Wild Card games by both conferences the weekend of January 8th and 9th. The winners of these games will advance to play in the Divisional round of the playoffs the following weekend.
Week 17 Key Highlights-Final Regular Season Game
The NFC West featured the St. Louis Rams (7-8) and the Seattle Seahawks (6-9) playing for the Division title. The Seattle Seahawks won the game to become the first division winner with a losing record and a playoff spot.
In the NFC there were 5 teams still in the playoff hunt before the games were played. The Green Bay Packers clinched the final wild card playoff spot by defeating the NFC North winner Chicago Bears. The Bears win knocked the New York Giants and Tampa Bay Buccaneers out of the playoff picture.
The remaining NFL playoff positions were set in the AFC conference after Sunday’s games. The Indianapolis Colts clinched the AFC South to secure a playoff berth. The Pittsburgh Steelers claimed the AFC North division Championship with their win over the Cleveland Browns. The Steelers win lands the Baltimore Ravens in the wild card position with a team record of 12-4.
Brett Favre was inactive for what appears to be his last NFL game ever. After the game he spoke with reporters and stated he knew it was time. It was a great ride, but it is time. Is this the last we will see of Brett Favre in the NFL as a player?
Black Monday in the NFL had its first Head Coach firing in Eric Mangini of the Cleveland Browns. John Fox coached his last game as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.
As the week progresses there will be more reports of head coaching and staff changes among several NFL teams.
NFL-NFC Playoff Standings
In the table below is the NFC Playoff picture.The Atlanta Falcons(#1 Seed), Chicago Bears (NFC North Champs #2 Seed), Philadelphia Eagles (NFC East Champs #3 Seed) and the Seattle Seahawks (NFC West Champs #4 Seed) are the divisional winners.
The New Orleans Saints
and the Green Bay Packers hold the Wildcard positions.
NFC Playoff Standings-Division Leaders
| Games Remaining
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|---|---|
1. +#Atlanta Falcons (South) [13-3]
| Divisional Game
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2.+Chicago Bears (North) [11-5]
| Divisional Game
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3. +Philadelphia Eagles (East) [10-6]
| Wild Card-Green Bay
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4. +Seattle Seahawks (West) [7-9]
| Wild Card-New Orleans
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NFC Wildcard Standings
| Games Remaining
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|---|---|
^ New Orleans Saints [11-5]
| Wild Card-@ Seattle
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^ Green Bay Packers [10-6]
| Wild Card-@ Philadelphia
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NFC Playoff Picture
The Atlanta Falcons and the Chicago Bears will have the bye for the wild card weekend in the NFC conference. The Philadelphia Eagles as the #3 seed will host the #6 see Green bay Packers.
The Seattle Seahawks are the #4 seed and will host the New Orleans Saints. Even though Seattle has a losing record (7-9) they host a playoff game since they were a division winner.
NFC Wild Card Playoff Predictions
New Orleans Saints @ Seattle Seahawks- The defending Super Bowl Champs, New Orleans Saints, will come out strong in this game to silence the home crowd of the Seattle Seahawks. The Seahawks may keep it close for a half, but Drew Brees will have a field day with a weak Seahawks pass defense. Look for Reggie Bush to be a huge part of the offense.
New Orleans-27 / Seattle 13
Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles- This could be the best game of the Wild Card weekend. Aaron Rodgers and receivers vs Michael Vick and his explosive receivers. This game may turn into more of a defensive battle for the first half of the game. The Packers lack of a running game will cost them in this game.
Philadelphia-20 /Green Bay 17
NFC Power Ranking Playoffs
NFC Power Rankings for the NFC Playoffs
1. Atlanta Falcons-(13-3)
2. New Orleans Saints-(11-5)
3. Chicago Bears-(11-5)
4. Philadelphia Eagles-(10-6)
5. Green Bay Packers-(10-6)
6. Seattle Seahawks-(7-9)
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AFC Playoff Picture
AFC Playoffs-
The New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers have a bye week for the wild card weekend of football. The Indianapolis Colts are the #3 seed and will host the #6 seed New York Jets.
The Kansas City Chiefs slipped to the #4 seed after their loss to the Oakland Raiders Sunday and will host the Baltimore Ravens the #4 seed.
NFL-AFC Playoff Standings
In the table below is the AFC 2011 Playoff picture.The New England Patriots (AFC East Champs #1 Seed and home-field adv.), Pittsburgh Steelers (#2 Seed), Indianapolis Colts (AFC South Champs #3 Seed) and Kansas City Chiefs (AFC West Champs #4 Seed) are the Divisional winners.
The Baltimore Ravens and the NY Jets would hold the Wildcard Playoff spot.
AFC Playoff Standings-Division Leaders
| Games Remaining
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1.) #New England Patriots (East) - [14-2]
| Divisional
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2.) +Pittsburgh Steelers (North) - [12-4]
| Divisional
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3.) +Indianapolis Colts (South) - [10-6]
| Wild Card-NY Jets
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4.) +Kansas City Chiefs (West) - [10-6]
| Wild Card-Baltimore
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AFC Wildcard Standings
| Games Remaining
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^Baltimore Ravens [12-4]
| Wild Card @ Kansas City
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^New York Jets [11-5]
| Wild Card @ Indianapolis Colts
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AFC Wild Card Playoff Predictions
New York Jets @ Indianapolis Colts-The NY Jets will try to pressure Peyton Manning to slow the Colts passing game and run the ball to keep Manning off the field. Peyton will find ways to get the ball to his receivers in the slant post and crossing routes to get past the Jets.
Indianapolis-34 / New York-24
Baltimore Ravens @ Kansas City Chiefs- The Kansas City Chiefs will want to run the ball with their #1 rushing attack of Jamaal Charles and Thomas Jones. The Baltimore Ravens defense will slow down this combo and look for Ed Reed and Terrell Suggs to give fits to Matt Cassel.
Baltimore-27 / Kansas City-20
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AFC Power Ranking Week 17
AFC Power Rankings for the Playoffs
1. New England Patriots-(14-2)
2. Pittsburgh Steelers-(12-4)
3. Baltimore Ravens-(12-4)
4. Indianapolis Colts-(10-6)
5. New York Jets-(11-5)
6. Kansas City Chiefs-(10-6)
NFL Playoffs Power Rankings
1. New England Patriots- Tom Brady and the offense have been unstoppable the last half of the season. The defense is suspect and will have to step up in the playoffs.
2. Atlanta Falcons- Home-field throughout the NFC playoffs will make it hard for anyone to stop the Falcons. The Falcons are playing at a high level on both sides of the ball.
3. New Orleans Saints- The Saints have an improved defense to go with the offense. Look for the Saints to get the running game going in the playoffs.
4. Pittsburgh Steelers- Defense is Key to this team. The Steelers could challenge the Patriots for the AFC Title. The Steelers would love to have another shot at Brady and that offense.
5. Baltimore Ravens- The Ravens are balanced on offense and defense. Could go all the way with this team. The team needs to better protect a lead late in the game.
6. Chicago Bears- The Bears have been under the radar all season. They have a smothering defense that can take over a game. The offense is coming together at the right time.
7. Philadelphia Eagles- A very explosive team with Michael Vick and his receivers. offensive line needs to better protect Vick to protect him from all the hits he is taking.
8. Indianapolis Colts- The Colts have shown some life with their running game and rush defense. Peyton Manning will need to avoid interceptions for a deep playoff run.
9. Green Bay Packers- The Packers are the "sleeper" team in this year's playoffs. Their defense has been tremendous and Rodgers and the receivers are dangerous. The lack of any running game could be their downfall.
10. New York Jets- The Jets need Mark Sanchez to step up his game in the offense. He is up and down. The Colts will be too much for the Jets in the wild card game.
11. Kansas City Chiefs- The best running game in the NFL this year.Matt Cassell will have a tough time with the Ravens defense in the wild card game.
12. Seattle Seahawks- They won their division. A losing record. No pressure. The surprise upset? Nah...one game and out.
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Sunday, February 6th, 2011-Arlington,Texas at the Cowboys Stadium will be the site of Super Bowl XLV (45). Who will make that great Playoff run and play for the NFL Football Championship?
In Super Bowl XLIV the New Orleans Saints beat the Indianapolis Colts for their first ever Championship. Can these two teams make it back to the big game or will it be one or two different teams?
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Very good point! A fair weather environment or a Dome game would benefit the Green Bay offense come playoff time.
Nice one Michael. Nice presentation and complete. This weekend will be an exciting week for sure. I hope the Steelers can beat the Ravens. let us see. I will post next Tuesday here after Monday night..
This weekend will be huge for football fans. The Jets/Patriots, Steelers/Ravens games will give the winner a leg up on the Division races. They will be exciting to watch as well.
I do plan to *Update the standings each week.
http://alturl.com/bbxo8 I am a huge Green Bay Packers fan, but their lack of a running game cost them against Atlanta and will likely be their downfall either in the playoff race or in a playoff appearance.
With that being said, if they do make the playoffs, I would almost rather they play on the road since I don't know if their passing game is conducive to the cold weather in Wisconsin that time of year.
Michael Willis 3 days ago
Very good point! A fair weather environment or a Dome game would benefit the Green Bay offense come playoff time.
prettydarkhorse 41 hours ago
Nice one Michael. Nice presentation and complete. This weekend will be an exciting week for sure. I hope the Steelers can beat the Ravens. let us see. I will post next Tuesday here after Monday night..
Michael Willis 40 hours ago
This weekend will be huge for football fans. The Jets/Patriots, Steelers/Ravens games will give the winner a leg up on the Division races. They will be exciting to watch as well.
I do plan to *Update the standings each week.
Thank you, Michael, for being the one to point out the Packers' lack of a running game which will eventually catch up with them. I'm surprised it hasn't already. Several of these so-called "expert analysts" fail to mention this fact when talking about the Packers and their chances of making the playoffs. I took my Steelers in my pick 'em pool this week although it would not surprise me if the Ravens swept them with Big Ben not practicing all week.
Great hub! As usual, I enjoy your NFL hubs!
The Steelers and Ravens game was what I expected. It was a a battle to the very end. Big Ben got his nose broken, but continued to play. There were hard hits all over the field.
I was surprised at the New York Jets losing the way they did at New England, but they will be back. The Patriots are really in sync right now.
Great piece Michael... All of your information and stats are awesome. I am a Kansas City fan so its nice this year seeing them still in the hunt. I was wondering if you could give me any advice or pointer on how to make my articles better and to get more people to read them?
Hi Michael, Yeah, Cleveland Browns might upset the Steelers, hope not...Nice updates BTW..
useful hub
Maita
Hey Maita! The Steelers last 4 games are not that difficult on paper. The NY Jets game is the toughest. Cleveland has beat a few quality teams. They ran all over New England. Cleveland could be dangerous to any team they play right now.
Kern...hello and thanks. I will look at your hubs and see if I have any suggestions.
Michael, great article. Very informational. I wish I would have read this before starting my weekly picks on Fox's You Pick 'Em!
Have a great day.
Can you still change your picks on Fox? I use Yahoo NFL Pick'em usually.
what if the Saints win out and beat the falcons, and both teams have the same records, Who get home field, how will that work?
If New Orleans won out, then Atlanta and New Orleans would both be 13-3 overall. Teams would be even in head-to-head. Both 5-1 in division, 9-3 in NFC Conference and 7-2 in common opponents. Still tied.
This is where the "Tie-Breaker" procedures of the NFL would go further. And since the season is not over yet...there is no way to yet determine who would win the Division in a "tie-breaker."
Here are the next steps if the first 4 end up with 2 teams still tied:
5. Strength of victory.
6. Strength of schedule.
7. Best combined ranking among conference teams in points scored and points allowed.
8. Best combined ranking among all teams in points scored and points allowed.
9. Best net points in common games.
10. Best net points in all games.
11. Best net touchdowns in all games.
12. Coin toss
Hey mike whats ur breakdown off the jets after the pittsburg win what are our wildcard and playoff picture whats ur prediction of the jets both regular and post season
@st.john- The NY Jets really needed that win at Pittsburgh. It seems that the Jets were just showing up for games after the fast start to the season. The offense stalled.
The Jets will have to revive their passing game if they want to make a deep playoff run. I do see the Jets in the playoffs as a wildcard team.
The way the offense is playing right now, I don't see the Jets in the AFC Championship Game. The Jets offense would need a big time lift off if they want to make it to the Super Bowl.
Great work and update Michael, now this Sunday is a big Sunday football. his is going to be really exciting. Kansas vs. Steelers, let us see what will happen. I want to see a Baltimore against Steelers again (most unlikely). T.
Maita
Thanks Maita. I am using this article to keep an updated NFL football playoff picture as the season plays out.
There are several games this weekend with both teams playing for playoff seeding. It will definitely be a fun and wild weekend of pro football.
Steelers should win tonight...then just maybe they can play with Kansas and other wildcard there, let us see after Sunday...
Then I want a showdown bet Steelers and Pats (who knows, Steelers can pull it off) and Atlanta vs Philies exciting isn't it? Let us see, hmmm
Could end up with an All Pennsylvania Super Bowl this year!
It's going to be Steelers vs. Eagles in the Superbowl. The Steelers will take it all!
Here we go Steelers, here we go!
Hi Michael, I am sticking to my original prediction Steelers vs Pats and Eagles vs Atl. Although some teams like NO and Baltimore might upset and are also good, let us see, thanks again...it will be good to watch some more relevant games at the NFC this week -- Maita
i say steelers are going to win super bowl against the pats.
The Steelers and the Patriots are both in the AFC Conference. They could only meet in the AFC Championship Game. The winner would then advance to the Super Bowl to meet the winner of the NFC Championship Game.
Hi Michael, This is my new prediction now -
AFC
Jets vs Kansas - NYJ will win
NYJ vs Steelers - Steelers will win
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Baltimore vs Colts - Baltimore will win
Baltimore vs Pats - Pats will win
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Steelers vs Pats - I don't know although I like the Steelers to win
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NFC
GB vs Eagles -- Eagles will win
Eagles vs Bears -- Eagles will win
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NO versus Seahawks - NO will win
NO vs Atl - NO will win
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NO vs Eagles - I don't know
I am still working on my Playoffs predictions. I can see yours though. I have published my first Playoff article for the NFL Playoff weekend.
Eagles WILL beat the packers...
Who would have seen the Seahawks beating the Saints? What a game that was.
bogerk 17 months ago
I am a huge Green Bay Packers fan, but their lack of a running game cost them against Atlanta and will likely be their downfall either in the playoff race or in a playoff appearance.
With that being said, if they do make the playoffs, I would almost rather they play on the road since I don't know if their passing game is conducive to the cold weather in Wisconsin that time of year.