Ranking NFC Wild-Card Contenders for 2024 NFL Playoffs: Packers to 49ers
As the 2024 NFL season heads towards its climax, the race for the NFC wild-card spots is heating up. With the Detroit Lions leading the conference, other teams are battling it out for a chance to secure a spot in the playoffs. Let’s take a closer look at the contenders vying for a place in the postseason.
Division Leaders
At the top of the NFC divisions are the Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks, and Atlanta Falcons. The Lions and Eagles have dominated their respective divisions with impressive records of 11-1 and 10-2, while the Seahawks and Falcons are also in strong positions with 7-5 and 6-6 records, respectively.
Mathematically Eliminated
Unfortunately, the New York Giants have been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention with a disappointing record of 2-10. After a seven-game losing streak and changes in leadership, the Giants are looking towards the future with uncertainty.
Unofficially Out of It
Teams like the Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints, and Carolina Panthers are unofficially out of playoff contention with records ranging from 3-9 to 5-7. While there have been some bright spots for these teams, the focus now shifts to building for the future and making necessary adjustments for the upcoming seasons.
Wild-Card Contenders
The remaining wild-card contenders are fighting tooth and nail for the three available spots. With the competition heating up, every game counts as teams like the Green Bay Packers, San Francisco 49ers, and others look to secure their spot in the postseason. Stay tuned as the race for the NFC wild-card spots intensifies, and teams battle it out for a chance at playoff glory.
