NFL Saints: A Postseason Path

The Saints' Playoff Hopes

The New Orleans Saints are in the thick of the NFC playoff race with just a few weeks remaining in the regular season. The Saints currently sit at 9-6, tied with the Carolina Panthers for first place in the NFC South. The Saints have a tough remaining schedule, but they control their own destiny. If they win out, they will win the NFC South and earn a playoff berth.

Remaining Schedule

* Week 15: vs. Cleveland Browns * Week 16: at Minnesota Vikings * Week 17: vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Playoff Scenarios

The Saints can clinch a playoff berth with a win in any of their remaining games. They can also clinch a playoff berth if the Panthers lose one of their remaining games. If the Saints win the NFC South, they will earn a first-round bye in the playoffs. They will then host the lowest-seeded playoff team in the NFC Divisional Round. If the Saints finish second in the NFC South, they will earn a wild-card berth in the playoffs. They will then travel to play the highest-seeded playoff team in the NFC Wild Card Round. The Saints have a lot of experience in the playoffs. They have won three NFC Championships and one Super Bowl in their history. They are hoping to make another run at the Super Bowl this year.