Tracking playoff positioning

[pacmaniac]

We need for the NFC North to come down to week 18.

I guess you meant NFC East.

 

[gatorpack]

To late for the NFC north. I'm assuming you mean come down to Lions and packers

 

[Firethorn1001]

To late for the NFC north. I'm assuming you mean come down to Lions and packers

Might have meant NFC East. Dallas wins next week and Eagles lose another, then week 18 has meaningful games and Phi/Dal need to play instead of rest players vs NYG/Wash.

 

[LambeauLombardi]

As far as I know, we control our own destiny if Washington loses 1 game.

 

[Snoops]

As far as I know, we control our own destiny if Washington loses 1 game.

U are correct I believe if Green Bay wins tmrw there is a chance but the Washington is gonna be playing backups after the browns so let’s hope browns win as long as Green Bay takes care of business in Miami

 

[Firethorn1001]

As far as I know, we control our own destiny if Washington loses 1 game.

More confidence in Dallas beating Washington than Cleveland so, I'd rather Dallas be playing for something in Week 18.

 

[pacmaniac]

Commanders are in desperation mode, benching Heinecke today. Not that Wentz is much better...

 

[LambeauLombardi]

More confidence in Dallas beating Washington than Cleveland so, I'd rather Dallas be playing for something in Week 18.

Looking at the standings, I fear Dallas won't be playing for anything. Eagles need to lose to Saints next week for the Cowboys to have a shot for the division. They are basically locked in as the wild card 5 seed unless Phily collapses. Even though Browns are eliminated from playoffs, hopefully they come out with a fire next week.

 

[OldSchool101]

Looking at the standings, I fear Dallas won't be playing for anything. Eagles need to lose to Saints next week for the Cowboys to have a shot for the division. They are basically locked in as the wild card 5 seed unless Phily collapses. Even though Browns are eliminated from playoffs, hopefully they come out with a fire next week.

The one thing about Dallas is they have a deep bench. Meaning they’re a handful even resting Dak, Zeke and Lamb. They’ve also got a good ST unit.

I also wouldn’t be surprised to see Cleveland pull off an upset. They actually have lots of talent abs I’m surprised they aren’t a .500 team. They did play the 9th toughest schedule so far this season (.523 SOS) Cleveland lost 4 contests by 3 points or less (Jets, Falcons, Chargers, Ravens) and could have easily been in that 7-8 or 8-7 area, which is very similar to WTF (.534 SOS) and GBP (.519 SOS)

 

[Snoops]

We just need to worry about winning tmrw first otherwise its irrelevant

 

[thequick12]

Jags victory over Jets helps the Lions SOV

Didn't the lions beat the jets? Meaning it would hurt their sov

And yeah irrelevant now

 

[OldSchool101]

We just need to worry about winning tmrw first otherwise its irrelevant

In and unto itself that is true, especially after we just got loads of help today from Washington and Detroit.

However. The thread is called “tracking Playoff Positioning”
Not
“GB @ Miami tidbits only”

So with all due respect I’ll simultaneously be exploring all avenues, just like I did today. Albeit Maybe with a Voo Doo Doll and sewing pin

 

[milani]

In and unto itself that is true, especially after we just got loads of help today from Washington and Detroit.

However. The thread is called “tracking Playoff Positioning”
Not
“GB @ Miami tidbits only”

So with all due respect I’ll simultaneously be exploring all avenues, just like I did today. Albeit Maybe with a Voo Doo Doll and sewing pin

Just win, Baby!

 

[Deleted member 6794]

If the Packers win out let's hope the Browns win at the Commanders next week.

Unfortunately I don't believe the Eagles will lose to the Saints even if Minshew is starting again resulting in both them and the Cowboys having nothing to play for in week 18.

 

[PikeBadger]

The one thing about Dallas is they have a deep bench. Meaning they’re a handful even resting Dak, Zeke and Lamb. They’ve also got a good ST unit.

I also wouldn’t be surprised to see Cleveland pull off an upset. They actually have lots of talent abs I’m surprised they aren’t a .500 team. They did play the 9th toughest schedule so far this season (.523 SOS) Cleveland lost 4 contests by 3 points or less (Jets, Falcons, Chargers, Ravens) and could have easily been in that 7-8 or 8-7 area, which is very similar to WTF (.534 SOS) and GBP (.519 SOS)

Meh, scr3w Dallas. I don't care how much supposed depth they have. Their pitiful defense can't stop the run. We'd beat em just like last time and it would be one of our easiest games of the year. We need for someone to beat San Francisco.

 

[XPack]

We are just half a game behind Washington.
We win out , and either Was loses one game or Giants lose both.

Both seem unlikely as if Dallas locks 5th spot next week, they'll play a dud team vs Was to close out. Praying Colts turn up next week and win.

Fingers crossed! Let's kick the Viqueens next!

 

[milani]

We are just half a game behind Washington.
We win out , and either Was loses one game or Giants lose both.

Both seem unlikely as if Dallas locks 5th spot next week, they'll play a dud team vs Was to close out. Praying Colts turn up next week and win.

Fingers crossed! Let's kick the Viqueens next!

Colts have to play like they did in the 1st half of the Viking game. But I think they have thrown it in now. The Cowboys may rest some folks but they will not rollover. They will open on the road against Tampa or Carolina most likely and want the momentum. Root for Cleveland.

 

[swhitset]

Meh, scr3w Dallas. I don't care how much supposed depth they have. Their pitiful defense can't stop the run. We'd beat em just like last time and it would be one of our easiest games of the year. We need for someone to beat San Francisco.

you missed the point…. We need the Commanders to lose 1 more. They play Cleveland next week and then Dallas the following week. If they don‘t lose to Cleveland, we would need Dallas to beat them. By then Dallas will most likely have locked up the five seed with nothing to gain by playing their starters against Washington.

 

[Deleted member 6794]

We are just half a game behind Washington.
We win out , and either Was loses one game or Giants lose both.

Both seem unlikely as if Dallas locks 5th spot next week, they'll play a dud team vs Was to close out. Praying Colts turn up next week and win.

Unfortunately the Eagles, which play the Giants, most likely won't have anything to play for in week 18 either. Therefore the Browns beating the Commanders on Sunday is the most realistic chance for the Packers to make the playoffs if they win out.

 

[Cornelius Weems]

Unfortunately the Eagles, which play the Giants, most likely won't have anything to play for in week 18 either. Therefore the Browns beating the Commanders on Sunday is the most realistic chance for the Packers to make the playoffs if they win out.

I think you are absolutely right. The Eagles are going to rest their starters (last game), so hoping the Commanders lose to the Browns seems the most probable. Winning out to not make the playoffs would be a waste.

 

[JKramer64]

I don't see Dallas laying down in the finale against Washington. They are going to want to go into the wildcard with momentum. Dallas can beat anybody. They are also capable of playing down to the level of competition. Let's hope the Browns can take care of business this week. Deshaun Watson has had a couple of games to knock off the rust. Hopefully, he returns to form. He has some good weapons. Washington's QB situation is in flux now. I wonder if they will go with Wentz.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

Unfortunately the Eagles, which play the Giants, most likely won't have anything to play for in week 18 either. Therefore the Browns beating the Commanders on Sunday is the most realistic chance for the Packers to make the playoffs if they win out.

The Browns have even less to play for, they were eliminated from the playoffs. I'd take my chances on betting that the Commanders have a better chance beating the Browns, than the Giants beating the Eagles.

The game I expect the Commanders to potentially lose is against the Cowboys in week 18. While the Cowboys aren't really playing to improve playoff position, they may view the game as one they want to win, against a divisional opponent and prepping for the playoffs.

 

[PackAttack12]

The Browns have even less to play for, they were eliminated from the playoffs. I'd take my chances on betting that the Commanders have a better chance beating the Browns, than the Giants beating the Eagles.

The game I expect the Commanders to potentially lose is against the Cowboys in week 18. While the Cowboys aren't really playing to improve playoff position, they may view the game as one they want to win, against a divisional opponent and prepping for the playoffs.

I’d prefer for the Commanders to go ahead and lose this week.

Sometimes teams that have been eliminated are dangerous. They would love to play spoiler and I’m not convinced Stefanski is certain he will keep his job. I think they will be playing to win.

Hopefully Deshaun finally catches fire and lights them up.

 

[Cornelius Weems]

I’d prefer for the Commanders to go ahead and lose this week.

Sometimes teams that have been eliminated are dangerous. They would love to play spoiler and I’m not convinced Stefanski is certain he will keep his job. I think they will be playing to win.

Hopefully Deshaun finally catches fire and lights them up.

For real, going to root for the Browns this week. Hoping the Browns play even better than they did last week.

 

[pacmaniac]

The Dallas-Washington rivalry is supposed to be a big one, so perhaps Dallas will still try to win even if their seeding is locked up.