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West

ARIZONA (13-3)

Strength: Offensive skill positions loaded; every player who gained a yard or scored a point for NFL’s No.1-ranked offense returns.

Weakness: CB spot opposite All-Pro Patrick Peterson.

Expectations: Cardinals have talent and don’t hide fact that anything short of Super Bowl win will be disappointment. They finished outstanding season with blowout loss at Carolina for NFC championship and use it as motivation.

SEATTLE (10-6)

Strength: Seahawks had the toughest defense to score against for four straight seasons and have most key parts healthy.