Glendale (dpa) – The San Francisco 49ers became the first NFL team to win their division. The Super Bowl contenders won 45:29 against the Arizona Cardinals and, after six wins in a row, can no longer be pushed out of first place in the NFC West.
The 49ers had already qualified for the playoffs last week. However, for the best starting position in the playoffs and one more week of rest, the 49ers have to have the best record of all teams in the NFC and still have the best chance of doing so with 11 wins in 14 games.
The Baltimore Ravens, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 23-7, are also qualified for the playoffs. Quarterback Lamar Jackson played a strong game and used his speed to get out of difficult situations on several occasions. With the ball in his hands, he ran for 97 yards. Like the 49ers, the Ravens have 11 wins in 14 games, making them the best team in the AFC. Both teams will meet next.
The Dallas Cowboys can also plan to participate in the playoffs. Despite the surprisingly clear 10:31 defeat against the Buffalo Bills, the Cowboys have secured the knockout phase of the NFL season. The setback in the fight for the best record in the NFC could be expensive for the Cowboys. Still undefeated at home, the defeat in Buffalo was the fourth in the seventh away game of the season. A home advantage in the playoffs would be particularly valuable for the Cowboys.
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2023-12-18 05:16:00
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