That path begins Saturday with Wild Card Weekend where we have a ton of fascinating matchups to sink our teeth into. I'll also be looking to end the year on a high note with my picks during these playoffs,

Though as the AFC’s top seed, the reigning two-time Super Bowl champs get to rest during Wild-Card weekend. The 12 teams playing have more immediate priorities than the Chiefs, but the end goal remains: lift the Lombardi Trophy in New Orleans.

The NFL wild-card round officially begins on Saturday afternoon with the Houston Texans hosting the Los Angeles Chargers. Six games will be played over the next three days, ending with the Minnesota Vikings taking on the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night.