The NFL Roundup Week 16 - The Most Interesting Games to Watch This Weekend

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Well for many teams, we have come to the end of the line. The playoffs are simply out of reach and that means all they can do is play their best on the field and hope that next season goes way better than this one and because of that, there's a lot of bottom of the bucket games popping up in the NFL this weekend.

But you don't need to worry. Those are games you can skip since so many other teams are still in the playoff hunt and their desire to reach the postseason will translate on the field with some incredible play and with that in mind, here are some of the games we are keeping an eye on this weekend where both teams have something to play for. 

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CINCINNATI BENGALS AT DENVER BRONCOS

John's Take
Truth be told, I never thought I would be sitting here, concerned that the Denver Broncos might not make the playoffs after the stellar start to the season they enjoyed, but alas, there is now a chance they could be staying home for the postseason and a lot of whether or not they make it depends on if they can beat the Cincinnati Bengals. Cincy has a solid defense and a proven offense but there is one thing working to the Broncos advantage...the fact that Andy Dalton isn't playing on Monday night. Sure A.J. McCarron was serviceable last week but he was playing the awful 49ers, so if the Denver defense can get in his head quickly and the offense can finish drives in the end zone...then the Broncos are looking at one big win and a shot at the playoffs.

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS AT NEW YORK JETS

John's Take
Normally this time of year, the Pats vs. the Jets would be a forgotten game with New York already out of playoff contention and New England already enjoying a first round bye with home field advantage. But this year this game has more meaning to it. The Pats haven't clenched home field yet and the Jets are still in the playoff hunt for a Wild Card spot. Now there are some serious stakes on the line for both teams which means this should end up being more than just a tune up game for New England, they need to bring their best because New York will be doing the same and considering how wild and crazy this season has turned out to be so far, this one could be anyone's game.

GREEN BAY PACKERS AT ARIZONA CARDINALS

John's Take
Both of these teams have officially made the playoffs, with Arizona winning the NFC West and Green Bay clinching a spot so really, this is a game that will be a battle for playoff seeding. The Packers want to make absolute sure they have a home game in the playoffs because really, outside of Green Bay who enjoys playing in that kind of weather? And the Cardinals want to keep winning just in case something happens to Carolina to either ensure a first round bye or home field if it becomes available. This means we should be looking at a clash of the titans on the field, with both teams playing stout defense as they patiently await for the other team to make a mistake...should be a fun one to watch.

WASHINGTON REDSKINS AT PHILADELPHIA EAGLES

John's Take
This Saturday game has a lot riding on it. For one, lots of folks are still wondering as to whether or not Chip Kelly can coach in the NFL and because Washington is tired of being a laughing stock around the league. To top it all off, the NFC East Division Title and the playoffs are on the line and that makes this game all the more important. If Philly wins they still have a slim chance to stay alive and reach the post season, if Washington wins, they're all that much closer to shutting down the doubters and owning the Division for the first time in a loooooooong time and honestly, considering how both teams are playing right now, I've got a good feeling Washington walks away with the win in this one.