[ChuckyTheGoat]

Some of this is obvious. Some not quite so obvious.

First off, let's consider two Ties that took place early in the year:
* Minn tying at GBay.
* Hou tying at Indy.

Under the new tie rules, I felt like ties would have some value. Especially ties vs winning teams.

In NFC, Carolina looks like the one clear wildcard team. 2nd wildcard looks pretty soft. GBay is really fortunate to be in this spot. They haven't won close games. Golden opportunity to win at MINN. That would give them H2H tie-breaker over MINN and would be unlikely to be tied w/ another team (b/c of the Tie).

In AFC, everyone knew Reich not punting vs HOU was stupid. Looks even dumber now. A tie there would have them in position to win Division by winning at HOU.

[ChuckyTheGoat]

1st AFC wildcard is likely to be Chargers. How do u size up 2nd AFC wildcard? Wow, that looks light.

Even Denver got a lifeline, w/ last-second win at LAC. Colts playing best ball at the moment. Luck looks healthy.