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USA TODAY Sports broke down the 12 most intriguing cases on the ballot, with all you need to know heading into Tuesday’s momentous announcement.

Pressure ramps up every week in the NFL playoffs, and several quarterbacks will be under the microscope in the divisional round.

The NFL playoff field is fully set. Take a look at all the information you need to know from the wild-card round to Super Bowl 56.

Three playoff spots remain up for grabs in the final week of the NFL regular-season, as do two division titles and the top seed in the AFC.

The NFC postseason field could be solidified on Sunday, while the AFC playoff picture should gain a significant degree of clarity.

Only five teams have been eliminated from the playoff chase, but more will follow in the coming weeks. Still, beware of the possibility of spoilers.

The Packers and Cowboys are the only teams in the playoff field so far, but that should change on Sunday, as several teams can seal spots.

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Five NFC teams have a path toward sealing a playoff spot in Week 15, including three that can punch their ticket with a win.