Get ready for an electrifying NFL playoff season! A thrilling 16-year drought has finally ended, and the divisional round is shaping up to be a game-changer.
The NFC's Wild Card Weekend
The NFC division has seen some dramatic progress, with the Los Angeles Rams and Chicago Bears securing their spots. But here's where it gets controversial: the AFC division is yet to kick off, leaving some fans on the edge of their seats.
Let's dive into the action and explore the upcoming fixtures, including some potential surprises and the road to the Super Bowl.
First Round Playoffs: Upsets and Comebacks
The Rams, despite a close call against the Carolina Panthers, emerged victorious. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears pulled off an incredible comeback, turning a 21-point deficit into a thrilling 31-27 win over the Packers. This marks Chicago's first playoff victory in 16 years, setting the stage for an exciting divisional round.
Divisional Round: Who's Hosting?
Chicago, the lowest remaining NFC seed, will host a divisional round game, but against whom? It all depends on the outcome of the Eagles-49ers game. If the 49ers win, they'll travel to Seattle to face the Seahawks, leaving the Rams to head to Chicago. However, if the Eagles prevail, Philadelphia will head to Chicago, and the Rams will face their division rivals, the Seahawks.
AFC Playoff Action: Buffalo's Challenge
The AFC playoffs kick off with a bang as Buffalo takes on Jacksonville. Will the Bills pull off an upset? Only time will tell.
NFL Playoff Schedule: A Sneak Peek
Here's a glimpse of the upcoming fixtures:
- Wild Card Round:
- Sunday, January 11: No.5 Los Angeles Rams vs No.4 Carolina
- Sunday, January 11: No.2 Chicago vs No.7 Green Bay
- Monday, January 12: No.6 Buffalo vs No.3 Jacksonville
- Monday, January 12: No.6 San Francisco vs No.3 Philadelphia
- Tuesday, January 12: No.7 Los Angeles Chargers vs No.2 New England
- Tuesday, January 12: No.5 Houston vs No.4 Pittsburgh
- Divisional Round:
- Sunday, January 18 to Monday, January 19: No.1 Seattle vs TBA
- Sunday, January 18 to Monday, January 19: No.2 Chicago vs TBA
- Sunday, January 18 to Monday, January 19: No.1 Denver vs TBA
- Conference Championships:
- Monday, January 26: TBD
- Super Bowl LVII:
- Monday, February 9: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California
And this is the part most people miss: the potential for unexpected twists and turns! Will the favorites prevail, or will underdogs steal the show? Only the gridiron will tell.
So, who do you think will make it to the Super Bowl? Share your predictions and join the discussion in the comments below!
