The NFL season is coming to a dramatic close as the final week of games is coming to a close. There are still teams in search of playoff spots, while others already clinched. There are also top seeds up for grabs. Below are the five teams heading to the postseason with the best chances to win the Super Bowl in 2019 (per Vegas Insider odds).
New Orleans Saints
Thanks to veteran quarterback Drew Brees, the Saints may be in line for another Super Bowl appearance. Brees already has one ring, but is this the season he adds his second? The Saints lead all teams with 11-4 odds to win the Super Bowl.
Home in the Dome! ⚜️ pic.twitter.com/WG8K7gbBxm
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) December 24, 2018
Los Angeles Rams
The Rams were looking like they might be runaway favorites for a while this season. However, they've faltered in recent weeks. Even so, this team sports an impressive offense, and a nice collection of defensive stars. Don't be surprised to see them representing the NFC. L.A. holds 9-2 odds to take the Lombardi Trophy.
C.J. Anderson Plays 75% in #LARams Debut
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) December 25, 2018
Snap Count Analysis 🔍 » https://t.co/T35OzKHYkY pic.twitter.com/MNVlo7GTfK
Kansas City Chiefs
The frontrunner for NFL MVP is second-year quarterback Patrick Mahomes of the Chiefs. The Kansas City star could be Andy Reid's key to winning a Super Bowl. Of course, they'll have to get by the likes of Tom Brady and the Patriots, among other squads. KC has 6-1 odds to win the Super Bowl in February, per Vegas Insider.
"We want to make sure we get to stay here the rest of the way out. We know that if we can come together and play like we know we can then we can make a run at this thing.” - 1️⃣5️⃣ #MVPat https://t.co/Vktlk9ohC0
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) December 26, 2018
New England Patriots
It's no surprise that last year's runner-ups and champions from the season before are on this list. With a bit of luck, and a win last week, they moved back into one of the top two seeds in the AFC. That gives Bill Bellichick and the Pats a good shot at a return trip. Tom Brady and the offense will be key too. New England has 7-1 odds to win it all.
The only 2⃣ to win 🔟 straight. pic.twitter.com/bsXm47M8Go
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) December 26, 2018
Chicago Bears
The Bears might be the most dangerous team of the top five, because opponents realize they win games with defense. If both the offense and defense play well in the playoffs, imagine what might happen? Still, this team has 10-1 odds to win it all. Remember, "defense wins championships."
Not even the Grinch is as stingy as #DaBears defense - they’ve given up just one touchdown in our last three games. pic.twitter.com/TGDuw3VoVt
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) December 25, 2018