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Lions become the first team since the 2018 Bengals to start 4–1 and miss the playoffs

Detroit opened the season 4–1, then went 4–7 over the last 11 games and got officially eliminated from playoff contention after the Christmas loss to Minnesota. That kind of collapse is rare: the last team to start 4–1 and still miss the postseason was the 2018 Cincinnati Bengals, who also began 4–1 before finishing 6–10 and missing the playoffs. What do you think was the biggest reason for Detroit’s fall-off — injuries, coaching turnover, or just a brutal schedule? #NFL #DetroitLions #NFLPlayoffs #Bengals #NFLHistory #NFCNorth #DanCampbell

The Cowboys are eliminated from playoff contention

With Philadelphia’s win tonight, the math finally caught up to Dallas. The Cowboys are now officially eliminated from playoff contention — no division path, no wild card path, nothing left to chase but draft position and pride. Even if Dallas won out, the remaining scenarios and tiebreakers make it impossible to get in. For a team that started the season with real expectations, it’s a brutal ending — and another reminder of how thin the margin is in the NFC. So where does the blame land? Roster? Coaching? Injuries? Or was this just never a real contender to begin with? #NFL #Cowboys #DallasCowboys #NFLPlayoffs #NFCEast #NFLDiscussion

Rich Eisen says “Chiefs haters” will miss them in January

Rich Eisen basically called his shot on the anti-Chiefs crowd: if Kansas City is out of the playoffs, a lot of people are going to think they’re relieved… and then realize the postseason feels different without the league’s biggest “villain” and the Mahomes chaos factor. His point isn’t that the NFL can’t be great without them — it’s that dynasties create stakes. You either love them, hate-watch them, or tune in hoping someone finally knocks them out. And when that’s gone, the storyline loses some juice. What do you say: do you actually miss the Chiefs when they’re not in the mix? #NFL #Chiefs #PatrickMahomes #RichEisen #NFLPlayoffs #NFLDiscussion

Chiefs eliminated from playoff contention

Kansas City’s loss to the Chargers officially knocked them out, ending their postseason streak under Andy Reid. It’s the first time since 2014 the Chiefs won’t be in the playoffs. A rough night capped by injuries — and with wins by Jacksonville, Buffalo, and Houston, every door closed. #NFL #Chiefs #Mahomes #NFLPlayoffs

End of an Era: Chiefs’ 9-Year AFC West Reign Is Over

With tonight’s loss, the Kansas City Chiefs have officially had their 9-year run of dominating the AFC West snapped. That means no top-4 seed via the division crown — and as of now, KC is on the outside looking in for the playoffs. To make matters worse: it was a brutal night for Patrick Mahomes — arguably one of his worst home starts. Completion % in the 40s, a season-low passer rating, and three interceptions. It’s wild how fast things shift — a team that looked like a perennial SB-contender just a few seasons ago is now fighting just to get in. #NFL #Chiefs #AFCWest #Mahomes #NFLPlayoffs #FootballTalk

AI vs. Human: Who Wins NFL Playoff Picks?

Microsoft Copilot AI is making serious waves in the NFL playoff prediction game, boasting a near-perfect record this postseason. Its knack for calling not just winners but exact scores is sparking debate: Are we ready to trust artificial intelligence over seasoned sports analysts? Or is there still something about the human touch that AI just can’t replicate? Let’s hear your take—would you trust Copilot’s picks with your bets? #Tech #AI #NFLPlayoffs

❄️ NFL RED ZONE: WINTER WEATHER IMPACT As winter storms move through multiple regions, outdoor NFL games are being played under snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. These conditions directly affect scoring, play selection, and momentum. Key impacts during winter games: • Passing efficiency drops • Rushing volume increases • Kicking accuracy declines • Defensive pressure rises Red Zone moments become unpredictable as footing, grip, and visibility deteriorate. Winter football favors discipline, physicality, and teams built for control not speed alone #NFL #NFLPlayoffs #SnowGames #RedZone #WeatherWatch