7 remaining games with huge playoff implications

Week 14 just finished and I know you are anxious for more football. There are just three weeks left in the NFL regular season and 11 teams are jockeying for 5 spots. The good news is there is too much uncertainty to guess right now. Here are the games that will shape the playoff picture that you will want to keep an eye on.

Week 15
- Vikings vs. Rams. Did you know that the Rams still have a shot at the playoffs, as do the Vikings? One of these teams will be out after this game.

- Giants vs. Falcons. Look, the Giants (8-5) have to beat either the Falcons or Ravens (Week 16) on the road. If all three teams (G-Men, Skins, Boys) finish 9-7, the Redskins win the division and the Giants miss out.

Week 16
- Bengals vs. Steelers. The two teams are tied for the last playoff spot. ‘Nuff said.

- 49ers vs. Seahawks. Seattle doesn’t lose at home. And if they can win this one, they win the division. And after that Golden simultaneous possession win over the Packers, they would even have a shot at a bye. On the flip side, 49ers could clinch a bye themselves.

Week 17
- Ravens vs. Bengals. Here’s the scenario for the Jets. New York should be able to handle the Titans, Chargers and Bills. If the Cowboys beat the Steelers next week, Bengals beat the Steelers in Week 16, and then the Ravens win this game (all very possible), the Jets are a Wild Card.

- Bears vs. Lions. In all likelihood, the Bears have to win to get in.

- Cowboys vs. Redskins. The winner has a good shot at either the division or wild card spot. And if the Redskins win, it will also virtually eliminate the Bears.