NFL Playoffs 2016-17: Updated Standings, Bracket Picture and Scenarios

December 19, 2016   ·   Steve Silverman   ·   Jump to comments

The Green Bay Packers are charging, and the Detroit Lions can hear their footsteps.
It wasn't easy or pretty for the Packers (8-6) as they went to brutally cold Chicago in Week 15, but they pulled out an exciting 30-27 triumph over the last-place Bears.
PK Mason Crosby connected on a game-winning 32-yard field goal as time expired, and that kick came one play after Aaron Rodgers hit wideout Jordy Nelson with a 60-yard completion.
While the Packers fought tooth and nail to beat their ancient rivals, the first-place Lions (9-5) could not solve the New York Giants (10-4) defense and dropped a 17-6 decision. Detroit's lead in the NFC North was cut to one game, and the regular-season finale between the Packers and Lions at Ford Field appears likely to decide the division. 
The only way that won't happen is if the Lions defeat the Dallas Cowboys in Week 16 while the Packers lose to the Minnesota Vikings.
Going into the Sunday night game with the Tampa Bay Buccan...

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