As the NFL season goes into its final leg of the season, Bleacher Report came out with their reasons for why 21 teams are still contenders this season.
The reason that Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon gave for being a "contender" for the playoffs is quite reasonable, to say the least.
"Repeating ain't easy, but there's no question Philadelphia will again be in the picture deep into January. For the second year in a row, it's surging at the perfect time."
Eagles still looking solid for the playoffs despite some drama
To no one's surprise, the Eagles sit comfortably at the top of the NFC East and are the number one seed in the NFC playoff picture with an 8-2 record.