In what was the best game of the week, New Orleans would lose a heart breaker at home to the 49ers.
- Baltimore Ravens (11-2) – Baltimore’s win in Buffalo might be better than most people think. That was a grind game on the road in a place that can be a true home field advantage. The Ravens keep growing but are they peaking too soon? Next Game: vs New York Jets
- San Francisco (11-2) – What a win by the 49ers. San Francisco is still fighting the good fight to have the best record in the NFC. Next Game: vs Atlanta Falcons
- New Orleans Saints (10-3) – Tough home loss by the Saints. The loss to the 49ers could be the difference between the top ranking in the conference and playing the first weekend of the playoffs. Next Game: vs Indianapolis Colts
- New England Patriots (10-3) – It’s hard to deal with New England. You see the flaws but it’s the Patriots so, naturally, we think they’ll just figure it out. Next Game: at Cincinnati Bengals
- Green Bay Packers (10-3) – The Packers had a ho-hum win over Washington. Green Bay is trying to hold off the Vikings for the division title. Next Game: vs Chicago Bears
