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Published on 2024-12-02 09:05:20 - Terrence Williams, N@N
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  • An updated look at the NFC playoff picture, where no one is letting the Detroit Lions walk away with the top seed.

The NFC playoff picture is heating up as the Detroit Lions, currently holding the No. 2 seed, face significant competition from teams like the San Francisco 49ers, who are the No. 1 seed with a bye week, and the Minnesota Vikings, who are right behind the Lions in the standings. The NFC East is also a battleground with the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, and Seattle Seahawks all vying for better seeding. The Eagles, despite a recent loss, are still in contention for the top spot, while the Cowboys are looking to secure a higher seed with their remaining games. The Seahawks, after a surprising win, are now in the mix for a wild card spot. Meanwhile, teams like the Los Angeles Rams and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are also in the playoff conversation, with the Rams needing to win out and get help from other results to make it. The NFC South remains unpredictable with the Buccaneers, Falcons, and Saints all having a chance to clinch the division. The Lions' path to the playoffs involves navigating through these competitive teams, with their next game against the Vikings being crucial for their seeding.

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