What's up sports fans? Week 18 of the NFL Season means it's time for the playoffs. For 14 teams, the season rolls on—Devon's Lions keep pushing, and Alex's Vikings can focus on 2024. We talk about the head-to-head matchup a little bit, and then focus on what the Vikings should do going forward. Alex gives his take on why the Panthers have a super attractive job offer, and it's all about the money (09:09). We rip through some highlights from Week 18 (11:35), and talk about some tough decisions coming for several franchises. We also give a rundown on why the "rookie QB contract" requirement for Super Bowl winners is a myth, and examine if this was the uncerimonious end of Bill Belichick. Plus, shoutout to Puka Nacua (16:37) for breaking records. We delve into Black Monday firings (19:10), from the Falcons to Chargers (and—we recorded *just* before Mike Vrabel got axed). Devon makes a case for Arthur Smith being upset with the Saints, but Alex is all for pettiness. We toss around some Jim Harbaugh rumors (26:50), and kind of think he should stay in Ann Arbor. The Raiders, though? Shouldn't interview a single soul; Antonio Pierce has earned that spot. Plus, Alex tosses out two potential coaching changes to keep an eye on (30:00)—and one of them is a playoff team. We revisit our midseason NFL Awards (33:40), and a few we want to change, but some (ahem, Lamar MVP) feel like locks. Then, at long last, playoffs (41:10). We talk about the hopefuls, go through Wild Card Weekend matchups, and give our official picks for the entire playoff bracket. Finally, Power Rankings to wrap the regular season (54:00).

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Thanks for joining us in the AD's Office, hosted by Alex Larsen and Devon Plecas. Each week, we'll take you through our takes on the NFL. We'll be back every week, recapping everything going on in the League that never rests. Long live football.

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