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Marshall, AFC wave goodbye to NFC in Pro Bowl runaway.

With the No. 1 seed in the NFC secured, the Packers chose to sit quarterback Aaron Rodgers for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Detroit Lions.

Anyone still doubting the 49ers? They overcame two power outages and a slow start to dump the Steelers 20-3 and keep pace with the Saints in the chase for the No. 2 seed in the NFC.

New York Giants long snapper Zak DeOssie has been chosen to play for the NFC in the Pro Bowl.

The Saints need a win to get into the playoffs. The Falcons need a win to clinch the NFC's No. 1 seed. The AFC South rivals renew acquaintances with a lot on the line at the Georgia Dome.

The NFC's team to beat? The Packers and Falcons have strong cases. Green Bay makes the biggest leap in Don Banks' Rankings, but Sunday's trip to Atlanta may have major implications.

There are two undefeated teams left in the NFC. After tonight, there will be only one. Jay Cutler and the Bears are hosting the rival Packers at Soldier Field in a fierce NFC North battle.

Add Green Bay to the list of teams not afraid to be discussing the Super Bowl in August. Don Banks says even though there are a few holes, the Packers are his pick to claim the NFC.

Peyton Manning and Drew Brees watched from the sideline, awaiting a bigger stage in another week.

The Cowboys, Packers and Vikings ended the regular season in style, but it's hard to spot a playoff favorite in the NFC, says Don Banks.

Plus, more instant analysis from a wild Week 17.