The Bears and the Playoffs: The Standings after (most of) Week 15
by Kev H on Dec 20, 2010 11:01 AM CST
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PrintWell, it was a nail-biter, but some astoundingly poor situation management at the end of the game did ensure the Packers loss to the Patriots in Foxboro last night.
So it's simple, right? The Bears win tonight, and they are the NFC North Champions.
There's so much more going on in the playoff race, though. Atlanta won again. Philly beat the G-Men. The Lions dealt a heartbreaker to the Buccaneers in Tampa. Additionally, it looks increasingly more likely that a team will make it into the playoffs with a losing record.
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National Football Conference - 2010 Regular Season
NFC Team
Div
W
L
T
PctPF
PA
Net Pts
TD
Home
Road
Div
Pct
Conf
Pct
Non-Conf
Streak
Last 5
1.
Atlanta Falcons
NCS
12
2
0
.857
369
261
108
41
6-0
6-2
4-0
1.000
9-1
.900
3-1
8W
5-0
2.
Philadelphia Eagles
NCE
10
4
0
.714
412
339
73
46
4-2
6-2
4-1
.800
7-3
.700
3-1
3W
4-1
3.
Chicago Bears
NCN
9
4
0
.692
253
228
25
28
4-3
5-1
4-0
1.000
7-3
.700
2-1
1L
4-1
4.
St. Louis Rams
NCW
6
8
0
.429
258
295
-37
25
4-3
2-5
2-2
.500
4-6
.400
2-2
2L
2-3
5.
New Orleans Saints
NCS
10
4
0
.714
354
270
84
41
5-2
5-2
3-1
.750
8-2
.800
2-2
1L
4-1
6.
New York Giants
NCE
9
5
0
.643
360
288
72
44
5-3
4-2
2-3
.400
7-3
.700
2-2
1L
3-2
7.
Green Bay Packers
NCN
8
6
0
.571
333
220
113
39
5-1
3-5
3-2
.600
6-4
.600
2-2
2L
2-3
8.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
NCS
8
6
0
.571
280
290
-10
32
3-4
5-2
2-3
.400
6-4
.600
2-2
1L
2-3
9.
Seattle Seahawks
NCW
6
8
0
.429
279
363
-84
30
4-3
2-5
3-2
.600
5-5
.500
1-3
2L
1-4
standings from nfl.com-Home of the NFL on the web.
At this point, the top 6 are just about decided. Their positions, however, aren't. Let's take a look at some of the key matchups of week 16 (and this last one of Week 15.)
Week 15
Bears at Vikings
Bears win, division is theirs. If not, live to play another day.
Week 16
Jets at Bears
Jets need it to keep themselves alive in their playoff race, Bears want it to help secure a bye week.
Kev's Early Pick: Bears
Saints at Falcons
The Saints need this win if they want to try and win their division. While they are guaranteed a playoff spot with one win over the next two weeks, they'd like to take it all. However, winning the division would require the Falcons to lose in Week 17 as well, which is unlikely, given their opponent, the Carolina Panthers.
Kev's Early Pick: Falcons
Giants at Packers
The Packers need to win out to get a shot at the Wild Card, so they'll be playing hungry. Will the Giants be able to bounce back from an absolutely devestating loss to the Eagles? That remains to be seen, but if their pass rush can get to Rodgers and/or Flynn early, it certainly gives them a chance. The Packers just went toe-to-toe with (arguably) the best team in the league, and proved they can still play. It should be a game for the ages. The Giants are also still in play for their division, whereas that may not be an option for the Packers pending tonight's game.
Kev's Early Pick: Giants
Vikings at Eagles
Eagles at home, to stay alive in the dvision race? I'm taking Vick every time.
Kev's Early Pick: Eagles
Seahawks at Buccaneers
If the Bucs can win out, and the Saints lose to the Falcons, they could still have a chance at the WC. Seattle is, against all odds, still in the race for their division, and have a head to head with StL in week 17.
Kev's Early Pick: Bucs
49ers at Rams
Rams would like to win out, as the 49ers or Seahawks would take them in any tiebreakers that might occur. This is a mind-numbing race to mediocrity, and I think it'd be hard to fear too much from these teams in Round 1.
Kev's Early Pick: Rams
Hopefully, the outcome of Week 16 will allow us to shake most of this thing out--it's been a rough, confusing few weeks to the playoffs, but those January games should be interesting.
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Did you hear or read about the Packers?
They can still make the playoffs by winning their final two games. It will be difficult, but losses by the Giants and Bucs made it possible.
"He's a great candidate," Ryan said. "If I hadn't made him drop in coverage so often on running backs, he might be the all-time sack leader. They call it zone blitzing nowadays. We called it, 'Richard, pick him up.'" - Buddy Ryan on Richard Dent's HOF chances.
the way you started your post
I thought you were gonna say “I heard they kissed Billy on the playground by the bike rack”.
I know you're curious Joseph, you're at that age, and you often forget to delete your internet history.
And Joanie loves Chiachi...
"He's a great candidate," Ryan said. "If I hadn't made him drop in coverage so often on running backs, he might be the all-time sack leader. They call it zone blitzing nowadays. We called it, 'Richard, pick him up.'" - Buddy Ryan on Richard Dent's HOF chances.
The Packers need to win out to have a shot
Now where have I read that…
If I did what I love for a living, what would I do in my free time?
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by Kev H on Dec 20, 2010 11:22 AM CST via mobile up reply actions 2 recs
I know, I know!
If you go in the bathroom, turn off the lights, and say "Da Coach" 5 times while facing the mirror... Ditka will appear and slap the wussy right out of you.
by Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. on Dec 20, 2010 11:28 AM CST up reply actions
I would SO much like to see a 6-7 win team make the playoffs...
NFC West is bad beyond bad…
Also, Philly, y u no lose 1 game?!?
Is it possible that the Bears still have a shot at the #1 seed? Yes. There is a scenario. I think here’s how I got it…
Bears win out.
Falcons lose out (not gonna happen)
New Orleans goes 1-1, beating Atlanta.
Giants and Eagles each lose one game.
Are there any others that give the Bears a #1 seed? Strangely enough, if the Bears, Eagles, and Falcons all finish with the same record, the Eagles will get the #1 seed (according to ESPN, dunno which tiebreaker that one is). My current scenario with the Bears getting the #1 also has 3 different 10-win teams missing the playoffs, while a 7 win team makes it (Rams in my prediction).
it says strength of victory.
Not sure how head to head gets skipped.
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by Kev H on Dec 20, 2010 11:24 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
h2h is irrelevant
in the event of 3 way ties
only matters in 2 way ties
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by DartmouthCubsFan on Dec 20, 2010 11:25 AM CST up reply actions
So...Basically this is what happens...
Bears lose out to both Atlanta and Philly on SOV. Atlanta loses to Philly on SOV. Then Bears beat Atlanta on (I think) Conference? Is that right?
Not irrelevant
Only relevant if one team has beaten both others.
From nfl.com:
]Three or More Clubs
(Note: If two clubs remain tied after third or other clubs are eliminated, tie breaker reverts to step 1 of applicable two-club format.)
Apply division tie breaker to eliminate all but the highest ranked club in each division prior to proceeding to step 2. The original seeding within a division upon application of the division tie breaker remains the same for all subsequent applications of the procedure that are necessary to identify the two Wild-Card participants.
Head-to-head sweep. (Applicable only if one club has defeated each of the others or if one club has lost to each of the others.)
Best won-lost-tied percentage in games played within the conference.
Best won-lost-tied percentage in common games, minimum of four.
Strength of victory.
In this case, they haven’t met “applicable only if one club has defeated each of the others or if one has lost to each”
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we dont want the no 1 seed doshi
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by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Dec 20, 2010 11:55 AM CST up reply actions
...at least the 2...
Dunno bout you, but that Bye looks mighty appealing…
2 yeah but not no1
no1 we would have homefield throughout and who wants to play a power running team like the falcons in horrible conditions like the snow
but yeah im with you im happy with number 2 in this situation
i think we can make it happen we just have to tie with philly right
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by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Dec 20, 2010 1:12 PM CST up reply actions
Atlanta
is arguably one of the toughest places to play, especially considering Matt Ryan’s home record consisting of only one loss.
The place is loud! Ditka
When is the last time da Bears won in the Georgia Dome?
by Bearly Intimidated on Dec 20, 2010 3:13 PM CST up reply actions
too long ago
was really my point.
both of the last visits resulted in heart-breaking losses right at the end of the game
by Bearly Intimidated on Dec 20, 2010 3:15 PM CST up reply actions
Well if the Rams ( or somebody else) win the division and make the playoffs then I guess
Besides if they are really that bad then what is there to worry about?
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 11:20 AM CST reply actions
keep in mind
the rams are leading their division with a rookie qb
and both their no 1 and no2 receivers hurt for the year
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by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Dec 20, 2010 11:56 AM CST up reply actions
Yup, they are THE surprize team if they do win the weak NFC west
And really it doesn’t matter who wins that devision none of them present any real challenge in the post season
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 1:35 PM CST up reply actions
wouldnt say that
the rams play a cover 2 style and they get alot or pressure from the front four
they have a powerful versatile running back and a qb who has nothing to do but get better and gain confidence.
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by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Dec 20, 2010 2:11 PM CST up reply actions
sounds like the Bears..
"We didn't play our best game, and we won. That's got to be a good sign.'' - Jay Cutler
by Claudio Oliveira on Dec 20, 2010 4:03 PM CST up reply actions
have to win tonight
otherwise things get really shaky. I’m expecting the Packers to be able to win out with those 2 home games (including against us). They’re an elite team that’s been incredibly unlucky this year.
If we don’t win tonight here’s how we get in:
1 Packers L + 1 Bears Win (can be accomplished Week 17 in GB), or if Bears beat Jets AND Pack lose to Giants (seems improbable both would happen in Week 16)
1 Bears Win + 2 Giants losses + 1 TB Loss, possible but that @WAS game looks pretty unlikely as a loss for the G-men, so this scenario becomes tough
I hate the odds of the 2nd one because i dont think WAS can beat the NYG, and the first one makes me extremely nervous because I think GB as good as they are wins out.
I think its imperative to close it out tonight.
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by DartmouthCubsFan on Dec 20, 2010 11:23 AM CST reply actions
1 Bears Win + 2 Giants losses + 1 TB Loss, possible but that @WAS game looks pretty unlikely as a loss for the G-men, so this scenario becomes tough
Never underestimate the power of an unleashed Dragon.
When the world slips you a Jeffrey, stroke a furry wall.
- Aldous Snow
by Ditkavsworld on Dec 20, 2010 11:31 AM CST up reply actions
come on number 2 seed
homefield advantage is a disadvantage to our team
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by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Dec 20, 2010 11:44 AM CST reply actions
BREAKING NEWS:
BRETT FAVRE NO LONGER RULED OUT, NOW LISTED AS QUESIONABLE. WILL THROW DURING WARMUPS TO SEE IF ABLE TO PLAY. IF ABLE HE WILL START.
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 12:16 PM CST reply actions
Not a problem
Guy is beat up to all hell and we lit him up a few weeks ago, guy is a non factor at this point and maybe a detrimental to the Vikings every game he continues to insert himself into. If the guy really cared about that team he would sit down and let the younger guys go, his ego really screwed the Vikings 2010 campaign.
White Sox fans need not apply.
by Bears-Cubs Bulls on Dec 20, 2010 12:28 PM CST up reply actions
Underestimating your opponent (especially one that is a first ballot hall-of-famer) is the quickest route to a loss.....
in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The practice of repeating the same action while expecting different results.
by Timothy Hockemeyer on Dec 20, 2010 6:32 PM CST up reply actions
Honestly
think I would want an immobile favre over a mobile webb…..Guess we will see……
From PFT looks like favre wants to play this game no matter what…..IF he does expect alot “OMG LOOK AT THE COMPETIVINEZZ OF FAVRE HE IZ FOOTBALL GODZ!!!!” from the MNF crew……
I want history to erase his every achievement.....I want him to feel the disgust in the bronco fans eyes when they look on him in shame....
- Jay Cutler on josh mcdaniels firing
by CloudyFuture on Dec 20, 2010 12:44 PM CST up reply actions
Not me....
Favre coming back tonight has all the makings of a made for TV movie, where the gunslinger walks off into the sunset after one last hurrah. I’d hate for the Bears to be his “Last Hurrah”………
Besides that, for all the Anti-Favre stuff that we all want to believe, you wouldn’t take Favre over Webb if you wee rooting for the Vikings?
in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The practice of repeating the same action while expecting different results.
by Timothy Hockemeyer on Dec 20, 2010 6:36 PM CST up reply actions
MORE BREAKING NEWS
Brett Favre had wheaties for breakfast. The NFL network will be renamed to the FAVRE network. ESPN will have live, 24 hour FAVRE coverage (without cell phone photos). Commissioner Goddell will resign so that FAVRE can move right into the top job once he retires in 2018. FAVRE FAVRE FAVRE.
Favreage.
If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.
I remain a pessimistically hopeful Bears fan.
FSPN
Favre Sports Programming Network
Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume
by BearNecessities on Dec 20, 2010 1:39 PM CST up reply actions
Nobody kisses Favre's ass more than Sports Illustrated
I can envision an article suggesting he’s trying to put the Packers into the playoffs, even on another team!
I don't remember Space Mountain being so nauseating.
by ifuwannacrownem on Dec 20, 2010 1:59 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
also breaking
Some other body part of Favre’s if he steps on the field tonight.
by Steve Ronkowski on Dec 20, 2010 2:42 PM CST up reply actions
Whats crazy in the NFC West
is that if san fran wins their next 2 games they win the NFC West and stl and sea go home no matter what…..
I want history to erase his every achievement.....I want him to feel the disgust in the bronco fans eyes when they look on him in shame....
- Jay Cutler on josh mcdaniels firing
not accurate
they need a L from SEA + 2 Wins
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by DartmouthCubsFan on Dec 20, 2010 12:50 PM CST up reply actions
Bah
youre right…..Didnt see that in the playoff machine….
I want history to erase his every achievement.....I want him to feel the disgust in the bronco fans eyes when they look on him in shame....
- Jay Cutler on josh mcdaniels firing
by CloudyFuture on Dec 20, 2010 12:57 PM CST up reply actions
The Bears just need to win tonight and...
stay healthy the next 2 games. The bye week would be nice, but not necessary. I have zero doubt the Bears will win the division and get a #2 or #3 seed. What happens in the playoffs is anyone’s guess. I do hope Brent plays tonight. That’s spells victory for the Bears! The unknown QB syndrome of Webb is more worrisome!
I'd prefer not to have Lovie return...Unless we win the SB baby!!!!
"There's a fine line between stupid, and clever!"
"I am serious... and don't call me Shirley." Leslie Nielson 1926-2010
should retire
Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume
by BearNecessities on Dec 20, 2010 1:40 PM CST up reply actions
for good.
When the world slips you a Jeffrey, stroke a furry wall.
- Aldous Snow
by Ditkavsworld on Dec 20, 2010 1:41 PM CST up reply actions
Favre still plays?
Huh?….whoda thunk it.
Win the damned game. Go Bears!
It's 106 miles to Chicago, we have a full tank of gas, 1/2 pack of cigarettes...it's dark, and we're wearing sunglasses.
BREAKING NEWS
i just saved a ton of money switching to Geico
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by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Dec 20, 2010 1:22 PM CST reply actions
I'm going to send this to SI and ESPN
When the world slips you a Jeffrey, stroke a furry wall.
- Aldous Snow
If by jersey you mean sweater vest consider it done.
When the world slips you a Jeffrey, stroke a furry wall.
- Aldous Snow
by Ditkavsworld on Dec 20, 2010 2:55 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
uh
rec
Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume
by BearNecessities on Dec 20, 2010 4:19 PM CST up reply actions
we need big plays from our DL tonight just got done watchin the DA mnf from last year
The interior DL (TH, MT, MH,AA) all need to do it as well as JP and izzy
It is a great opportunity to redeam ourselves after last week
And I cant wait to see Dilfer’s face when he sees the Bears and their loyal fans wearing the NFC champion hats!
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 3:11 PM CST up reply actions
Ment NFC North champion hats
Wow Im not on my game right now
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 3:12 PM CST up reply actions
Well origionally it was supposed to say NFC North champion hats
BUT, you never know. I want it to be both those and Super Bowl 45 champs!
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 3:20 PM CST up reply actions
Excuse my spelling
Anyways I cant wait to see how retarded Dilfer looks when we come out showing his ass up. He picked us to be in last place in the NFC North BEHIND the Lions! Plus he is by far the biggest Jay Cutler hater on the face of the Earth.
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 3:23 PM CST up reply actions
and just general Bear hater but he BLOWS on Phillip Rivers...
I think he would literally get on his knees if Rivers asked him to
by frenchbears113 on Dec 20, 2010 4:08 PM CST up reply actions
one game at a time boys!
lets take care of the Queens tonight first.
. "Most football teams are temperamental. That's 90% temper and 10% mental."
--Doug Plank
Agreed
Bear Down Chicago Bears!
by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Dec 20, 2010 3:24 PM CST up reply actions
Favre
I welcome Favre playing tonight. He can end his stint with the Vikings the same way he finished with the Falcons, Packers, and Jets – with an interception. Peppers or Idonije will knock him out of the game on the same play…
BEAR DOWN!!
"Coaches who can outline plays on a black board are a dime a dozen. The ones who win get inside their player and motivate." ~Vince Lombardi
by Fire Ron Turner on Dec 20, 2010 3:29 PM CST reply actions
even if he does, the Bears wasted him at Soldier Field and all it takes is a sack to knock him back out
by frenchbears113 on Dec 20, 2010 4:08 PM CST up reply actions
poor old man..
"We didn't play our best game, and we won. That's got to be a good sign.'' - Jay Cutler
by Claudio Oliveira on Dec 20, 2010 4:21 PM CST up reply actions
Slumdog Favre?
I don't remember Space Mountain being so nauseating.
by ifuwannacrownem on Dec 20, 2010 4:36 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
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