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NFC South standings tiebreaker, explained: Why 8-9 Panthers are in NFL playoffs over Buccaneers, Falcons

With the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints finishing their seasons in a matchup, Tampa Bay needed the Saints to prevail.
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NFL tiebreakers, explained: How playoff standings are determined for 2026 divisional, wild card ties

Here is more on the NFL tiebreaker process for the 2026 playoffs. The NFL has a deep set of tiebreakers for divisions that can arise from ties between two and three or more teams. Head-to-head (best ...