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NFL Power Rankings: Final Regular-Season Look for Week 17

By Peter Panacy

Dec 26, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) celebrates with mascot Rowdy after the game against the Detroit Lions at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 26, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) celebrates with mascot Rowdy after the game against the Detroit Lions at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 22, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) takes the field for action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Philadelphia Eagles won 24-19. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 22, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) takes the field for action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Philadelphia Eagles won 24-19. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

31. The last thing the Giants wanted to do was lose to the Eagles in Week 16, and that’s exactly what the Giants did. New York’s 24-19 loss ensured the Dallas Cowboys would get the NFC East title and the No. 1 seed in the playoff picture. But more importantly, the Giants lose a great deal of momentum late in the season. While New York should still have an edge over the Redskins to close out the regular season, it’s clear to state the Giants want to secure home-field advantage in Round 1 of the playoff picture. That’s on the line right now.. 10-5. . New York Giants. 8. team