2016 felt different than 2013.
Well of course it did, genius. 2016’s cardiac stagger to the playoffs ended with an unfamiliar blowout loss; 2013’s march to home-field advantage ended with a familiar blowout win.
But what if someone — anyone — told you the years were more similar than they appeared at first glance? Beyond the end result, beyond the parade. You might even agree at first. The principal actors were the same, minus one Beast. The division was won both times. Each year had its share of games decided on the final drive or the final play.