There is a lot more clarity with the playoff picture in the AFC than in the NFC. Logically, the NFC playoff race could end up being a lot more dramatic and could come down to the final week of the season, not only for the seeding, but also for which seven teams make it.
As of now, 11 of 16 teams have, at least, a 30 percent chance to make the playoffs this year in the NFC. so the fun has only just begun. As we did recently for the AFC, we're going to sort out the NFC in rankings form based on how likely each team is to make the playoffs.
We're using NFL Next Gen Stats, and the playoff percentages are as of November 14th at 10:15 AM ET.
Ranking each NFC team based on their chances to make the playoffs in 2026
16. Arizona Cardinals - <1% chance
The Arizona Cardinals, despite being a bit better than expected this year, are all but eliminated from the playoffs right now. Their odds sit at less than one percent, which makes it virtually impossible for first-year head coach Mike LaFleur to lead his team into the postseason.
15. Philadelphia Eagles - 1% chance
The Philadelphia Eagles won the Super Bowl two seasons ago and were a playoff team just last year. Right now, the Eagles stare at a one percent chance at the playoffs. Thanks to a ton of injuries and questionable coaching, Philly is now a lot closer to a major rebuild than a playoff berth.
14. Atlanta Falcons - 16% chance
The Atlanta Falcons are a hit or miss team. We have seen this team play at a high level, but we've also seem them falter in embarrassing fashion. It's clear that the Falcons aren't consistent enough right now to get into the playoffs, even in the wide open NFC.
T-13. New Orleans Saints - 19% chance
Another NFC South team; the New Orleans Saints are in slightly better shape, but with a 19 percent chance, the Saints would likely need a multi-game winning streak, but the NFC South is absolutely up for grabs this year.
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