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The Colts jumped out to a 21-0 lead that the Texans never seriously threatened, and Indianapolis moves on to the divisional round to face the No. The Saints fell into a 14-0 hole in the first quarter, but their defense rallied to shut the Eagles out the rest of the game and move on to the NFC Championship Game. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. © 2019 NFL Enterprises LLC. McManus: Eagles bring 'different team' into rematch with Saints, Triplett: Saints banking on Superdome advantage on road to Super Bowl LIII, Triplett: Sean Payton, Saints rewarded for sticking together through lean years, Video: Stephen A. expects Saints to stop Nick Foles' magic, Triplett: Saints helped spark Eagles' resurgence with 'embarrassing' blowout. You might not like it, but you're watching the greatest dynasty in sports history. Are you a Stathead, too? The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The rookie's 129-yard game showed he can be relied upon to be a go-to guy in the playoffs, and the Pats will need more of the same with the Chiefs up next. 2009 vs. 2011 vs. 2018: Which team is Saints' best ever? It was an early exit for the 12-4 Chargers in their first postseason appearance since 2013, but this team should be back. Anderson and Todd Gurley, the Rams dispatched the Cowboys and are on to the NFC Championship Game. Ron Rivera's final cancer treatments set for Mon. 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The Rams' turnaround has come ahead of schedule thanks to the environment built by their 32-year-old coach who has become a standard other teams wish to copy. Van Valkenburg: The myth of the Patriots' underdog status, O'Connor: Never bury Tom Brady: The GOAT was toast in K.C. The Rams spent big on both sides of the ball and had expectations to match. With 16 combined points, Super Bowl LIII was a yawnfest. Super Bowl LIII score predictions: ESPN staff picks Patriots-Rams. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Up next: Hosting the AFC Championship Game. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Afterward, he attributed his emotions to the adversity New England conquered this season. 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The Cowboys improved to 8-1 in their past nine games and advance to the divisional round behind a strong performance from Ezekiel Elliott. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Do you have a sports website? ESPN.com The 2018 regular season is in the books, and the playoff field is set. AP Defensive Rookie of the Year: Darius Leonard. NFL Schedule 2018 — DIVISIONAL PLAYOFF Advertising. Super Bowl Champion: New England Patriots. Free Trial Thursday Night Football. 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