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NFC Hierarchy/Obituary: Week 7
NFC teams with four+ losses face tough playoff paths this week.
In brief
NFC teams with four+ losses face tough playoff paths this week. Eight NFC teams have at least four losses after Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
NFC Teams with Four+ Losses
Eight of the NFC's 16 teams have at least four losses after Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season.
49ers Lead NFC West
The 49ers are undefeated with a six-game record and a three-game lead in the NFC West.
Buccaneers on Life Support
The Buccaneers are 1-5 and could fall to 3.5 games back in the NFC South if they lose their Week 7 game in Carolina.
Commanders' Struggles
The Commanders have a one-loss record with a fourth-week loss to the Giants and a game tied by Jayden Daniels throwing the ball out of bounds on fourth down.
Eagles' Recent Performance
The Eagles have a two-win record with a loss to the Giants and a game where they didn't gain 250 or more yards in four consecutive games.
Saints' Strategic Rest
The Saints rested their starters with a 24-point lead over the Giants, which almost cost them the game.
Giants' Season Shift
The Giants have a three-win record with a loss to the Eagles and a game where J.J. McCarthy entered with 11 minutes left.
Cowboys' Close Game
The Cowboys lost 23-13 to the Packers but had a soft roughing the passer flag that wiped off Dak Prescott's stat sheet.
Falcons' Offseason Surge
The Falcons improved their offense in the last two weeks after a slow start, but are now back to being one of the worst teams in the NFL.
Rams' Talent Gap
The Rams remain talented but are likely to finish the season with a Wild Card berth at best.
Panthers' Coaching Strength
The Panthers are well coached with a strong defense but have glaring holes on both sides of the lines.
Packers' Recent Success
The Packers have beaten the Bears and Cowboys in recent games, improving their record to four wins and two losses.
Lions' Bye Week
The Lions had a bye week and are currently in the NFC North with a three-win record.
Bears' Competitive Games
The Bears have played five close games this season, with five games that weren't competitive.
The essence
Eight NFC teams have at least four losses after Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season.
