It is week 12 in the NFL season, which means do or die time for a number of 
teams trying to reach the playoffs. Today’s games offer a football fan’s dream come true in terms of playoff implications and pure adrenaline boosting excitement! Here are three of today’s key matchups…
Jags vs. the Giants
The Giants are in second place in the NFC East, trailing the Eagles. After a five game winning streak, they got shocked by the struggling Cowboys, who had just fired their head coach. The next week, the Eagles served up yet another defeat. The Giants are playing inconsistently, due in large part to the multitude of injuries plaguing the offensive line and receiving corps. It is a must win for the Giants. Their remaining schedule is tough, so they need a victory in order to break their losing streak and get ready for their remaining NFC East division games.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are tied with the Colts for first in the AFC South. It is shocking, given how they started the season. Frankly, they have been getting lucky in some games this season. If they lose today, it just may be the start of a long streak of bad luck for the Jags! Should the Jags fall behind Indy, it will be difficult for them to secure a wildcard spot given all the strong teams in the AFC.
Colts vs. the Chargers
Two phenomenal QBs meet tonight in what will most likely be a high scoring, blazing contest. San Diego QB Philip Rivers is the top passing QB in the AFC, passing for over 3100 yards this season. He is a favorite for this year’s NFL MVP. For the Chargers, who started 2-5 before going on a three game winning streak, they need a win. They are in 2nd place in the AFC West, behind Kansas City. Their late season comeback has been a great reversal on a season that looked quite gloomy, but if they want to make the playoffs, they simply cannot afford to lose any more games.
The Colts are tied with the Jags for first place in the AFC South. It appears that there will not be any wild cards slots from this division, so winning it is the only way a team will make it to the playoff rounds. Peyton Manning has an uncanny ability to win in the home stretch, despite all the injuries the Colts are enduring. The Colts need Manning to once again work his magic if they are to make the playoffs this season. A win today is crucial. Whatever the final outcome, with Manning and Rivers on the field today, look for a scoring extravaganza!
Chiefs vs. the Seahawks
The Kansas City Chiefs hold the first place position in the AFC West, but the Chargers and Raiders are tied for second in a very tight division. The Chiefs need a victory today to keep their division rivals from overtaking the lead, especially San Diego. Kansas City has won all 5 of their home games this season, but as they travel to Seattle, they bring with them only one victory away from home. The Chiefs need a victory on the road to help win the division and leap into the playoffs.
The Seahawks lead the NFC West with a 5-5 record. St. Louis is one game behind them and struggling. Winning at this time of the year is important for every team. But in the NFC West, there will likely be no wild card slots because of how poor the teams within the division are playing. The Seahawks need to use their home field advantage to snag a win and keep their top place in the division to earn a playoff spot.
There is a full menu of mouth-watering games today. Many of them have playoff implications and are more scrumptious than your momma’s best Sunday dinner. Check out the Bears vs. Eagles, Packers vs. Falcons and the Ravens vs. Buccaneers. With today’s delectable choices, you will be sure to have your football appetite filled!
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