What will Wild Card Weekend bring for the six AFC teams in action? We get you ready for the matchups with insider notes and analysis.
Editor's Note: Throughout the NFL playoffs, Chris Myers and his research team analyze upcoming matchups, while providing news, notes, and nuggets for inside access to the information an NFL broadcaster uses to prepare for calling a game. Four teams made the playoffs that did not last year — the Los Angeles Chargers and Denver Broncos in the AFC and the Minnesota Vikings and Washington Commanders in the NFC.
wild-card playoff games have 8 to 12 more cameras on the TV broadcast than the average Sunday regular season game. It's estimated an increase of 10 more for each round of the postseason, and at the Super Bowl that total, including all cameras, can exceed 100. No sport is more extensively covered, which is a big factor why NFL drama produces so many viewers. 'With the extra cameras, producers and directors can dedicate one to covering each prominent game figure at all times.
In watching the coach-QB visuals in this one, keep an eye on how much Jim Harbaugh will come off as a huge cheerleader for Justin Herbert. Harbaugh told us earlier this season that he empowers his players and doesn't get over-involved in their decision-making. Herbert emphasized that with Harbaugh and the quarterback position — he has so much more freedom than ever.' Pittsburgh Steelers vs.
Mike Tomlin has a knack for conveying emotion with subtle expressions, not over-the-top gestures. But he's one of the most captivating sideline figures in the game. He doesn't interact with his quarterbacks, or anyone else, all that much, but when he does it is interesting. Russell Wilson, on the other hand, is a very active presence on the sideline with teammates and coaches alike.' Denver Broncos vs.
The vibe is different than Jim Harbaugh-Justin Herbert when Sean Payton is coaching a quarterback. Watch for Payton to show more of a teacher-student interaction with Bo Nix, his hand-picked QB. Sean encourages him, sure, but cameras will show he does not hide his frustration or anger on the sideline when his guy does not do what the coach expects him to do.' Chris Myers is an Emmy Award-winning play-by-play announcer, reporter and studio host for FOX Sports.
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