The San Francisco 49ers are not going to the playoffs this season (or probably anytime soon), but we can still keep track of the rest of the NFL playoff picture. There are a lot of new and rejuvenated teams in the mix this year, which could make for a fun postseason.
Cowboys clinch playoff berth, can add to it next week
The Dallas Cowboys became the first team to clinch a playoff berth. Their win combined with Washington’s loss in Arizona locked up at least a wild card berth for Dallas. The New York Giants lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers, and that means Dallas can clinch the NFC East when they travel to face the Giants.