As the dust starts to settle on a wild-card round like few others, eight sides will find themselves bandaged, bruised, and three games away from immortality. The Lombardi Trophy beckons off in the distance, its shimmer growing all the more noticeable to those hoping to hoist it.

The NFL has reached its final destination in the 2024 regular season: Week 18. For some, this will mark the end of the road as they'll play out the string and fade off into the offseason. Others will embark on a run toward the playoffs and kickstart a run they all hope will land them in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX.