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Q: Is the NFC really that difficult? The Vikings would be in much more of a playoff fight in the AFC this year. — Ivan
AK: Through the first 10 games, the NFC playoff field is certainly an easier fight than the AFC. If the Vikings keep winning at Denver on Sunday night, the question might become how high can they climb in seeding?