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NFC Playoff Picture: Saints still hold No. 4 spot

Despite a win, New Orleans remains No. 4 in the NFC Playoff race and would play the Seahawks if the postseason started today.

By John J. Hendrix

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We’re heading into Week 14 quickly, as there’s still one matchup to go to get out of the week. However, the Saints have turned their attention to the Falcons for their Thursday Night Football clash. Here’s a look at the latest NFC Playoff picture, which has the Saints at the No. 4 seed again and hosting the Seahawks if the postseason were to start today. You can find the full playoff picture here.

NFC Playoffs - At a Glance

  1. Vikings (10-2)
  2. Eagles (10-2)
  3. Rams (9-3)
  4. Saints (9-3)
  5. Seahawks (8-4)
  6. Panthers (8-4)
  7. Falcons (7-5)
  8. Lions (6-6)
  9. Packers (6-6)
  10. Cowboys (6-6)
  11. Redskins (5-7)
  12. Cardinals (5-7)
  13. Buccaneers (4-8)
  14. Bears (3-9)
  15. 49ers (2-10)
  16. Giants (2-10)

Around the NFC South: The Saints meet the Falcons on Thursday Night Football to kick off the week, while the Panthers host the Vikings and Buccaneers host the Lions.

Matchups to watch: The Eagles are on the road again to take on the Rams in an important conference matchup, and the surging Seahawks travel to play the Jaguars. Also, keep an eye on the Packers, who take on the Browns.

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