The Philadelphia Eagles' chances of securing the top seed in the NFC have improved significantly following the Detroit Lions' loss to the Buffalo Bills.
The Philadelphia Eagles ' chances of securing the top seed in the NFC have significantly improved following the Detroit Lions ' loss to the Buffalo Bills. Before the Bills game, the Lions had a 75% chance of securing the top spot, compared to the Eagles ' 16%. With the Lions ' loss, the Eagles are now tied for the top seed at 33% probability. A No. 1 seed would mean home-field advantage throughout the playoffs and a first-round bye.
While the prospect of hosting the NFC playoffs is enticing, the Eagles remain focused on their immediate goal: clinching the NFC East title against the Washington Commanders. Coach Nick Sirianni emphasizes a short-term mindset, urging his team to concentrate on the next game. Even cornerback Darius Slay, who played for the Lions earlier in his career, shares this focus. He admits to rooting for either the Eagles or Lions but maintains that the current focus is on the Commanders
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