For the first time in NFL history, a 14-win team will have to settle for a wild-card spot in the NFL playoffs. The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings, both 14-2, will face off Sunday night for both the NFC North crown and the top seed in the conference. The loser will fall to the fifth seed in the bracket with the top wild-card spot despite a 14-win season.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown believes the playoff seeding format needs to be revamped. “It’s crazy. I think the rule should be changed,” St. Brown said. “Obviously, if you win the division, you should obviously make a playoff spot, but having a 14-win team having to go on the road is kind of crazy. But I guess I don’t make the rules.”
St. Brown also stated that his team has nothing to worry about, regardless of the outcome. “Either way, I think we’ll be fine. Whether it’s going on the road or having a bye week and playing at home, we’re built for either or,” he said.
The Lions and Vikings kick off in Detroit Sunday, with the Packers, also in the NFC North, sitting at 11-5 and the sixth seed heading into the weekend.