Why each contender can win Super Bowl LX; top offseason priority for 4 eliminated teams

The NFL has set the stage for its championship games, featuring the New England Patriots versus the Denver Broncos in the AFC, and the Los Angeles Rams against the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC. Three of these teams, the Patriots, Broncos, and Seahawks, concluded the regular season with 14 wins, tied for the league's best. The Rams, considered a top contender for the Lombardi Trophy, are also in the mix.

In the AFC, the Broncos are relying heavily on their top-ranked defense after losing starting quarterback Bo Nix to a broken ankle. Backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham will lead the team under head coach Sean Payton. The Patriots, led by head coach Mike Vrabel and quarterback Drake Maye, showcased their defensive prowess by intercepting Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud four times in their divisional win.

In the NFC, the Seahawks are on an eight-game winning streak and have been dominant on both sides of the ball. Quarterback Sam Darnold and running back