Ranking the NFL playoff contenders

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We're down to the bottom of the barrel now. In Week 17, the NFC East, AFC West and final AFC wildcard spot will be decided. There's much to consider. But of the teams currently in a position to aspire for a Super Bowl, which is likely to win it all? You'll be surprised on our take this week, ranking the current 12 NFL playoff contenders in terms of Super Bowl viability. See who has risen and who has fallen in our latest rankings. We're still wondering if the Patriots have what it takes.
-- By Zuri Berry, Globe Staff
-- By Zuri Berry, Globe Staff