It’s been a wild and crazy year in the National Football League. Why did we expect anything different as we head down the home stretch of the season? 5 of the 7 spots are locked up in the postseason chase, with five teams still alive for the final two spots.
Let’s take a look at the wild NFC, and see who is in, who is out, some potential upsets and surprises. Here it is, the betting picture for the NFL playoff :
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2023 NFL Season | 104th season of the National Football League
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4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers 8-8: -5.5 at Carolina Panthers:
Well, the Buccaneers did not do themselves any favors in Week 17 losing to the Saints. But, regardless of that, the Buccaneers need a win, and they are in. They own the tiebreaker over New Orleans based on best win percentage in common games. The Buccaneers would win the NFC South, and grab the 4 seed. They would then host whoever does not win the NFC East. Tampa Bay has one goal in mind for Week 18, beat the worst team in the league.
7. Green Bay Packers 8-8: -3 w/ Chicago Bears:
Green Bay looked great on Sunday Night, and now holds the 7 seed. But, they still have work to do. They are going to have to beat one of their biggest rivals in Chicago. The Bears have been playing great football as of late, and would love to knock the Packers out. A loss, and a win by either Seattle, New Orleans or even Minnesota could knock them out of the chase. Win over their rivals is all they need to do!
8. Seattle Seahawks 8-8: -3.5 at Arizona Cardinals:
Seattle had every opportunity, and fell at home to the Pittsburgh Steelers. After playing so well to get back into the postseason chase, it is disappointing for Pete Carroll and his Seahawks. Seattle’s hope now is to beat the Cardinals, which they already did once this season, and hope for a Chicago win over Green Bay. But, first, the Cardinals are playing some decent football, after beating both the Cowboys and Eagles this season, so step 1 will not be an easy task on the road.
9. New Orleans Saints 8-8: -3.5 vs. Atlanta Falcons:
The Saints are going to need to beat the Falcons at home, and hope for a win from the team with the worst record in the National Football League. Carolina would need to beat Tampa Bay. Although, the Saints and Buccaneers could both get in with a scenario of them both winning; Chicago beating Green Bay and Arizona knocking off the Seahawks. A Lot to ask for. The Saints did step 1 beating the Buccaneers in Week 17 to stave off elimination.
10. Minnesota Vikings 7-9: +3 at Detroit Lions:
Basically, there needs to be a minor miracle for the Vikings to still reach the postseason. Somehow, someway it could still happen. But do not hold your breath. Minnesota looked horrendous on Sunday Night, basically ending their 2023 season.
There you have it. Those are our NFC Wildcard Odds & Betting Picks. Now, who is going to spots? Our final picks? Tampa Bay is going to win at home over the Carolina Panthers. We expect them to grab the 4th seed. The 7th seed goes to the Seattle Seahawks. We are going to take the Chicago Bears to upset the Green Bay Packers on the road, and Seattle to beat Arizona on the road. The Saints game then does not matter, but we like them to beat the Falcons. That puts three NFC West teams in the postseason. Enjoy the games and good luck!
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| AFC Team | Odds |
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| Baltimore Ravens | +125 |
| Kansas City Chiefs | +425 |
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| NFC Team | Odds |
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| San Francisco 49ers | -130 |
| Detroit Lions | +900 |
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There you have it! That is the NFC Playoff Picture and the teams that are getting in and the teams that are currently out. It should be a fun final few weeks of the regular season, before the postseason begins. Best of luck with all your NFL Betting and enjoy the action on the field!
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The NFC Playoff Picture is clear as mud. No, really, it is clear as mud. There are four teams that we are pretty sure will make the postseason out of the NFC.
Then, there are three teams fighting for a divisional title out of the NFC South, with one of them making it.
Finally, there are four teams fighting for two spots to grab the wildcard. Let’s take a look at the wild NFC, and see who is in, who is out, some potential upsets and surprises. Here it is, the betting picture for the NFL playoff:
Philadelphia Eagles | In the Next Payoffs
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The Eagles are in with their 10-2 record. Despite seeing a strong schedule, Philadelphia has 10 wins, and will have a chance to essentially wrap up the NFC East with a win over Dallas on Sunday Night Football. Philadelphia at this point is playing to keep the top seed, a bye, and home field advantage in the NFC.
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San Francisco 49ers | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes – / No –
The win for the 49ers over the Eagles was massive, because it pushed them a game behind, with the tiebreaker in their hands. Now, they are big fans of the Cowboys to beat the Eagles. The 49ers can finish off the NFC West with a win this weekend against Seattle.
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Detroit Lions | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes -20000 / No +1700
The Lions are three games up in the NFC North. So, Dan Campbell and his squad will be heading to the postseason. Now, can the Lions make their way up the standings, as they are just a game behind Philadelphia and tied with San Francisco. The Lions get the Chicago Bears in Week 14, but this is the same Bears team that nearly beat the Lions in November.
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Atlanta Falcons | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes -212 / No +170
Last year the winner of the NFC South went 8-9. Right now, the leader in the NFC South is 6-6. The Falcons have a monster game against the Saints coming up. Atlanta won the first meeting, so this would essentially put the Saints away with a win. Tampa is still lingering at 5-7.
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Dallas Cowboys | In the Next Payoffs
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Right now the Cowboys are the 5 seed, and would have to start in Atlanta, before going to Philadelphia in the postseason. But, the Cowboys have a chance to really mix that up with a win Sunday against the Eagles. Philadelphia beat them up pretty good earlier in the season, so revenge is on their minds.
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Minnesota Vikings | In the Next Payoffs
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The Vikings are .500, and one of four teams for two spots in the NFC standings. Minnesota, who has lost back to back games, but currently holds the six seed due to tiebreaker rules. The Vikings will need to get back on track in these final five games if they want a shot at the postseason.
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Green Bay Packers | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes -232 / No +185
The Packers have won three straight games. Jordan Love is starting to look like a solid starting quarterback. This should be a fun finish for the Packers. If they get into the playoffs, they are going to be a tough team to handle, with the way they are playing, and their defense continues to build.
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Teams that are Not in the 2024 NFC Playoffs Picture
Los Angeles Rams | Out
The Rams are out for now, at 6-6. But, one of the hotter teams right now is looking to get back into play. They have the head to head sweep over Seattle, so let’s see if that comes into play down the stretch.
Seattle Seahawks | Out
The Seahawks are in a world of hurt. They have dropped three straight, and now have the 49ers. A loss in this one, and they are all but eliminated from the divisional race. Can Seattle rebound and get to 9 wins and hope for a postseason spot?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Out
At 5-7, the Buccaneers are just a single game behind the Falcons in the NFC South race.
New Orleans Saints | Out
The Saints, also 5-7, and a game back of the Falcons. New Orleans and Atlanta meet this weekend.
New York Giants | Out
The Giants are 4-8, but have won back to back games.
Chicago Bears | Out
Also 4-8 on the season, but will be a tough spoiler team to put away down the stretch.
Washington Commanders 4-9 | Out of the Payoffs
The Bears Commanders are 4-9 on the season, and going nowhere fast.
Arizona Cardinals | Out of the Next Payoffs
The Cardinals picked up their third win by beating Pittsburgh in Week 13.
Carolina Panthers | Out of the Next Payoffs
If only the Panthers were tanking for the top pick in the draft.
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Potential Upsets:
While it will not be a true upset. The 5th seeded Dallas Cowboys would beat whoever is going to slide into that 4 seed. The winner of the NFC South; whether it is Atlanta, Tampa or New Orleans, will face the Cowboys. Dallas will be favored in that game, but will be playing on the road due to seeds.
Do not be surprised if the 2nd or 3rd seed Detroit Lions are put to the test. If the Lions get the Green Bay Packers in the first round, that’s scary for them. Detroit rushed all over them in the first game, and the Packers beat them on Thanksgiving Day. The way Green Bay is playing, the Lions will certainly be on upset watch.
Surprises in the NFC:
There are no big surprises out of the NFC, outside of the fact that the two biggest market teams in Chicago and New York are at the bottom of the standings. The Rams getting back into the postseason picture is a little of a surprise, as they have been talking about how they are rebuilding. In the postseason, frankly, there probably will not be a surprise, as all the teams have a case to win games.
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The NFC Playoff Picture is clear as mud. No, really, it is clear as mud. There are four teams that we are pretty sure will make the postseason out of the NFC.
Then, there are three teams fighting for a divisional title out of the NFC South, with one of them making it.
Finally, there are four teams fighting for two spots to grab the wildcard. Let’s take a look at the wild NFC, and see who is in, who is out, some potential upsets and surprises. Here it is, the betting picture for the NFL playoff :
Philadelphia Eagles | In the Next Payoffs
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The Eagles are in with their 10-2 record. Despite seeing a strong schedule, Philadelphia has 10 wins, and will have a chance to essentially wrap up the NFC East with a win over Dallas on Sunday Night Football. Philadelphia at this point is playing to keep the top seed, a bye, and home field advantage in the NFC.
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San Francisco 49ers | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes – / No –
The win for the 49ers over the Eagles was massive, because it pushed them a game behind, with the tiebreaker in their hands. Now, they are big fans of the Cowboys to beat the Eagles. The 49ers can finish off the NFC West with a win this weekend against Seattle.
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Detroit Lions | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes -20000 / No +1700
The Lions are three games up in the NFC North. So, Dan Campbell and his squad will be heading to the postseason. Now, can the Lions make their way up the standings, as they are just a game behind Philadelphia and tied with San Francisco. The Lions get the Chicago Bears in Week 14, but this is the same Bears team that nearly beat the Lions in November.
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Atlanta Falcons | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes -212 / No +170
Last year the winner of the NFC South went 8-9. Right now, the leader in the NFC South is 6-6. The Falcons have a monster game against the Saints coming up. Atlanta won the first meeting, so this would essentially put the Saints away with a win. Tampa is still lingering at 5-7.
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Dallas Cowboys | In the Next Payoffs
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Right now the Cowboys are the 5 seed, and would have to start in Atlanta, before going to Philadelphia in the postseason. But, the Cowboys have a chance to really mix that up with a win Sunday against the Eagles. Philadelphia beat them up pretty good earlier in the season, so revenge is on their minds.
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Minnesota Vikings | In the Next Payoffs
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The Vikings are .500, and one of four teams for two spots in the NFC standings. Minnesota, who has lost back to back games, but currently holds the six seed due to tiebreaker rules. The Vikings will need to get back on track in these final five games if they want a shot at the postseason.
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Green Bay Packers | In the Next Payoffs
NFL Odds to Reach Playoffs: Yes -232 / No +185
The Packers have won three straight games. Jordan Love is starting to look like a solid starting quarterback. This should be a fun finish for the Packers. If they get into the playoffs, they are going to be a tough team to handle, with the way they are playing, and their defense continues to build.
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Teams that are Not in the 2024 NFC Playoffs Picture
Los Angeles Rams | Out
The Rams are out for now, at 6-6. But, one of the hotter teams right now is looking to get back into play. They have the head to head sweep over Seattle, so let’s see if that comes into play down the stretch.
Seattle Seahawks | Out
The Seahawks are in a world of hurt. They have dropped three straight, and now have the 49ers. A loss in this one, and they are all but eliminated from the divisional race. Can Seattle rebound and get to 9 wins and hope for a postseason spot?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Out
At 5-7, the Buccaneers are just a single game behind the Falcons in the NFC South race.
New Orleans Saints | Out
The Saints, also 5-7, and a game back of the Falcons. New Orleans and Atlanta meet this weekend.
New York Giants | Out
The Giants are 4-8, but have won back to back games.
Chicago Bears | Out
Also 4-8 on the season, but will be a tough spoiler team to put away down the stretch.
Washington Commanders 4-9 | Out of the Payoffs
The Commanders are 4-9 on the season, and going nowhere fast.
Arizona Cardinals | Out of the Next Payoffs
The Cardinals picked up their third win by beating Pittsburgh in Week 13.
Carolina Panthers | Out of the Next Payoffs
If only the Panthers were tanking for the top pick in the draft.
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Potential Upsets:
While it will not be a true upset. The 5th seeded Dallas Cowboys would beat whoever is going to slide into that 4 seed. The winner of the NFC South; whether it is Atlanta, Tampa or New Orleans, will face the Cowboys. Dallas will be favored in that game, but will be playing on the road due to seeds.
Do not be surprised if the 2nd or 3rd seed Detroit Lions are put to the test. If the Lions get the Green Bay Packers in the first round, that’s scary for them. Detroit rushed all over them in the first game, and the Packers beat them on Thanksgiving Day. The way Green Bay is playing, the Lions will certainly be on upset watch.
Surprises in the NFC:
There are no big surprises out of the NFC, outside of the fact that the two biggest market teams in Chicago and New York are at the bottom of the standings. The Rams getting back into the postseason picture is a little of a surprise, as they have been talking about how they are rebuilding. In the postseason, frankly, there probably will not be a surprise, as all the teams have a case to win games.
There you have it! That is the NFC Playoff Picture and the teams that are getting in and the teams that are currently out. It should be a fun final few weeks of the regular season, before the postseason begins. Best of luck with all your NFL Betting and enjoy the action on the field!
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