Why exactly do the 49ers deserve a home game against the Packers?  If they wanted a home game in the playoffs, all they had to do is beat the Seahawks both times.  If the 49ers are better than the Packers, then they can win in Green Bay.  Best of a division should get the homefield advantage.  Not sure why they shouldn't.  

 

I also don't think there should be a 'winning record' requirement.  Last time a losing team got into the playoffs, they won.  Adding that requirement imo would be saying "There is no parity in the NFL".  

 

If any changes are going to be made to the playoffs, it should be coaching challenges.  Coaches should have a challenge until they get two wrong.  

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