NFL Update

Yesterday, two NFL games were played on a Saturday for the first time since 2005. (Saturdays were once a league staple from the time of the AFC/NFC format which commenced in the 1970 season).

Each was a thrilling game, decided by a three point margin.

In the NFL Network telecast opener, the touchdown plus underdog (4-11) Washington Redskins, all but ended the (9-6) Philadelphia Eagles’ playoff hopes, with a (27-24) victory.

Now the (10-4) Dallas Cowboys take the field at home today vs the (10-4) Indianapolis Colts with a magic number of one to clinch their first divisional title or playoff appearance since 2009.

In the night game yesterday, the (9-6) San Diego Chargers, who trailed by as much as three touchdowns twice, and by two touchdowns midway through the fourth quarter, rallied to beat the (7-8) San Francisco 49ers in overtime by a (38-35) score.

However, the Chargers will need help to qualify for the playoffs, even if they win their regular season finale in Kansas City next week.