The NFL's wild-card weekend features 12 teams boasting a combined total of 137 wins, a record for the opening round. As playoffs loom, the focus is on the Kansas City Chiefs, led by Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid, aiming for a historic Super Bowl three-peat. The Chiefs have demonstrated resilience, remaining undefeated in one-score games this season, with their only loss being a notable defeat by the Buffalo Bills.

In a discussion of the best quarterbacks, Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen emerge as MVP candidates, while Jared Goff has led the Lions to remarkable heights. The Vikings, with a robust performance this season, are underdogs aiming for playoff success despite their challenging postseason history.