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Star quarterbacks falter as 49ers eye home Super Bowl - best of week 17

Star quarterbacks falter as 49ers eye home Super Bowl - best of week 17

Summary

In NFL's Week 17, the San Francisco 49ers won against the Chicago Bears, and a key match between the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles highlighted some offensive weaknesses in both teams. The Pittsburgh Steelers missed a chance to secure a playoff spot after a loss to the Cleveland Browns, leading to a crucial final game against the Baltimore Ravens.

Key Facts

  • The 49ers defeated the Chicago Bears in a thrilling game.
  • The Buffalo Bills lost to the Philadelphia Eagles, showcasing issues in their offensive play.
  • Josh Allen, Bills' quarterback, lost a crucial fumble and missed a late-game pass.
  • The Eagles won despite not completing a second-half pass, a rare occurrence since 1987.
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the Cleveland Browns and now face the Ravens in a decisive game.
  • Sam Darnold helped Seattle move closer to securing the NFC top seed.
  • The Steelers' failure to win means they must beat the Ravens to enter the playoffs.

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