To show the fickleness of the fans and media, the 49ers were being celebrated as the most dangerous team in the NFL playoffs. They had overcome the litany of injuries to QB Brock Purdy, defensive lineman Nick Bosa, linebacker Fred Warner, tight end George Kittle, and tackle Trent Williams, among others, to be on the verge of getting the #1 seed in the conference and a great shot at Super Bowl LX.

After the Rams' Week 15, 41-34 shootout win over the Lions, they were in contention for the NFC West title, the #1 seed in the conference, and perhaps a clear road to Super Bowl LX.

One of the games on Saturday's NFL slate features the Chicago Bears hosting the Green Bay Packers. Who has the edge in our Bears vs Packers pick?

The Bills and Jaguars face off this week in an intriguing AFC playoff matchup. Both teams are still seeking their first Super Bowl title, raising the stakes as they enter a wide-open AFC playoff field.

The Chiefs and Raiders meet this week in a clash between eliminated AFC West teams. Las Vegas is in full tank mode and is actively trying to lose each week, giving Kansas City a notable advantage.

The Dolphins are out of playoff contention and cannot finish at .500. They are coming off a Week 17 win over the Buccaneers that severely damaged Tampa's hopes for the NFC South title. They are looking at rookie QB Quinn Ewers, who has played well in his two starts after taking over for Tua Tagovailoa.

The Chargers could finish in the 5th, 6th, or 7th seed for the AFC playoffs.

One of the games on Sunday's NFL slate features the Chicago Bears hosting the Detroit Lions. Who has the edge in our Bears vs Lions pick?

The Cardinals and Rams meet this week in an NFC West faceoff. Los Angeles is locked into an NFC Wild Card spot, while Arizona is eliminated from playoff contention and focused on the NFL Draft.

The Jets, in the middle of another woeful season at 3-13, are on the verge of doing something no NFL team has ever done. If they do not get an interception against the Bills, they will manage to get through the entire 2025 season without a single pick.

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The Titans know their situation. Despite the game having meaning for the Jags, Texans, Broncos, and Patriots, Tennessee has its own problems to worry about. Already, they are looking for a new head coach. They believe they have their QB in rookie Cam Ward. If they can get the highest draft pick possible, it gives them a litany of options from taking a foundational player to trading it away for multiple down-the-line picks.