NFL Playoff Schedule 2017: TV Info, Full Bracket and Super Bowl Predictions

We’re just about to kick off the NFL postseason, which means, from here on out, it’s “win or go home.” For those of you who love this brand of football, the next several weeks are going to be a treat.

In total, 12 teams now have chances at reaching and winning Super Bowl LI. Eight of them will be in action this weekend. Four teams—the New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys, Atlanta Falcons and Kansas City Chiefs—will be on bye.

Today, we’re going to take a look at the full playoff schedule. We’ll also examine some of the top storylines heading into Wild Card Weekend and make our predictions for the Super Bowl participants.

NFL Playoff Schedule

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Raiders Relying on Cook

Due to injuries suffered by starter Derek Carr and backup Matt McGloin, the Oakland Raiders have no choice but to roll into the opening round of the postseason with rookie quarterback Connor Cook under center.

Cook showed some promise in limited action in Week 17 against the Denver Broncos, going 14-of-21 for 150 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Unfortunately for Oakland, that relief effort represents all the regular-season experience the Michigan State product has.

Cook will be making his first NFL start in the postseason. Still, the Raiders seem to have confidence in the rookie.

“We trust him to go out there and lead us,” Raiders head coach Jack Del Rio said of Cook, per Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle.

The good news for Oakland is that Cook will have quite a group to lead. With weapons like Amari Cooper, Michael Crabtree, Latavius Murray and an offensive line that is rated fifth in pass-blocking by Pro Football Focus, Cook will have plenty of support around him.

If Cook can manage the game and minimize risks, the Raiders should have a solid chance of seeing their resurgent season continue past the opening round.

Patriots Gaining Weapons

The Patriots …

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