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Vikings 20, Giants 19: Minnesota's Finally Back In the Playoffs

By JJ CooperDec 28th 2008 – 11:31PM

It's time for Vikings fans to celebrate. Minnesota is in the playoffs for the first time in four seasons, and thanks to Ryan Longwell's last-second game-winning field goal, Minnesota earned its way in, instead of relying on the Bears' loss to back into the playoffs.Adrian Peterson wrapped up his first rushing title, the...

Bengals 16, Chiefs 6: Kansas City Finishes Worst Season in Franchise History

By Sportz AssassinDec 28th 2008 – 5:18PM

Compared to what Lions fans are dealing with, folks in Kansas City and Cincinnati are rooting for a team that is on the right track. Of course, we all know that isn't true, as the Chiefs just capped off a 2-14 season, their worst in franchise history.They did manage to win two games, but this truly was one of the worst...

Falcons 24, Vikings 17: Falcons Are Headed to the Playoffs; Yes, We're Serious

By JJ CooperDec 21st 2008 – 7:54PM

Minnesota got a Pro Bowl caliber performance from Tarvaris Jackson, the best game of Visanthe Shiancoe's life, won the battle of time of possession and outgained Atlanta by nearly 130 yards.But as the clock hit zero on Sunday night, Minnesota still needs one win or a Bears loss to make the playoffs, and they can thank...

Redskins 10, Eagles 3: Philadelphia Missed It By Thaaaat Much

By Sportz AssassinDec 21st 2008 – 7:44PM

There is no way I can stat up this game -- it was a stinker. Neither offense could really get anything going, both defenses were all over the field and there were enough bad plays to fill Daniel Snyder's mansion.Still, it was a gripping game that went down to the final play of the game. It also came down to the final...

Ravens 33, Cowboys 24: Dallas' Dream Season Falling Fast

By Sportz AssassinDec 21st 2008 – 2:54AM

Remember at the beginning of the season when we were all convinced that the Cowboys were the best team in the NFL? Remember when we all were wondering if this was they year they would put it together in the playoffs (not to mention the naysayers saying they'd blow it again)?That team may not get into the postseason. The...

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