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The Steelers clinched the AFC North title after beating the Ravens, marking their 25th division championship, and secured a home playoff game against the Texans on January 12. Coach Mike Tomlin tied the franchise record for regular season wins with 193, and this victory continues his successful tenure with the team.
The Carolina Panthers secured their first division championship since 2015 after a dramatic win that depended on other game outcomes, with coach Dave Canales expressing excitement and optimism for their upcoming playoff game, emphasizing the team's resilience and focus on the next opportunity.
The San Francisco 49ers secured the NFC West title with a 45-29 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, marking their second consecutive division championship under head coach Kyle Shanahan. The win keeps the 49ers undefeated against NFC West opponents this season and solidifies their position in the playoffs. Their focus now is on securing two home games and potentially earning a Bye in the playoffs.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed the team's goal of securing two playoff home games and a bye after clinching the NFC West division title for the second consecutive year. The 49ers have been dominant in their division, going 11-0 in the past two seasons. Shanahan emphasized that while making the playoffs was the initial objective, the team is now focused on securing a favorable playoff path.
The San Francisco 49ers clinched the NFC West division title for the second consecutive year with a 45-29 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. They remain undefeated against NFC West opponents this season and have a chance to complete a division sweep. The 49ers have already secured a playoff spot but their remaining games will determine their playoff positioning, with the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles close behind.
The article ranks the most vulnerable division champions in the NFL for the 2023 season, from the shaky Buccaneers to the sturdy Chiefs. The rankings are based on factors such as changes in personnel, intra-division competition, and strength of schedule. The article highlights the Bengals, Eagles, and Bills as vulnerable champions, while the Chiefs are considered the safest bet to retain their division title.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Buffalo Bills are the most vulnerable reigning division champions heading into the 2023 NFL season, according to experts. The Bucs barely won the NFC South last season and will have to replace retired quarterback Tom Brady, while the Bills face tough competition from the Jets, Dolphins, and Patriots in the AFC East. The Minnesota Vikings, who won 11 games by eight or fewer points in 2022, are also seen as a potential candidate for regression.