Super Bowl 50 — as George R. R. Martin might say — is coming. And this game of NFL thrones will likely feature a cast of characters and drama worthy of its own miniseries. The Patriots continue their Deflategate revenge tour despite a rash of injuries. The Broncos remain embroiled in a quarterback question as Brock Osweiler performs ably in Peyton Manning's stead. And the Bengals want to shake their one-and-done reputation, but have Andy Dalton's injured thumb complicating matters.
Meanwhile, the NFC playoff picture features some scary teams — and Washington. The Panthers and Cardinals might be the two best teams in the league, taking health into account, while the Packers, Vikings and Seahawks all possess the personnel to make a playoff run.