Post season twists as Packers, Chargers make playoffs
Seven teams reach NFL playoffs while Pittsburgh nears berth after a late surge. Green Bay routs Atlanta 38-7 to seal a spot, Chargers beat Colts 44-26 as San Diego secures a final-week showdown with the Raiders.
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Bengals clinch playoff berth in 24 10 win over Seahawks
Cincinnati earns back to back playoff spots for first time in franchise history after beating Seattle 24 10. Pete Johnson scores twice and Ken Anderson throws a 56 yard touchdown to David Verser as Cincinnati holds off Seattle’s comeback bid. Seahawks penalties and a late fumble seal the outcome.
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Bradshaw lifts Steelers past Patriots 37 14
Terry Bradshaw regained form guiding Pittsburgh to a 37 14 win over New England. Franco Harris rushed 101 yards as Pittsburgh built a 20 0 lead and rolled to 494 total yards while Bradshaw threw for 282. Patriots' Matt Cavanaugh threw two late TDs but couldn't rally.
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Playoff Picture Murky as Eagles, Bears, and Buccaneers Compete
Newsroom chatter centers on post season hopes with the Eagles' fate tied to Bears Rams result. Chicago's win level with Philadelphia at 3 5 in NFC kept the drama up while Tampa Bay climbed to 4 4. Minnesota secured an NFC berth despite a Jets loss, leaving five playoff spots open.
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