NFL Power Rankings: Seahawks looming again as a title contender

One week closer to the finish line in the NFL, and the playoff picture is looking as clear as ever.

Carolina continues to lead the way in the NFC, but quickly on their tails come the defending conference champion Seattle Seahawks -- winners in six of their last seven. Russell Wilson has thrown 16 touchdowns over his last four games and ran for another without throwing a pick.

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The Patriots finally found their winning ways in Week 14 with a win against Houston, but the top AFC seeds are all up for grabs as we enter the home stretch.

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