There will likely be silly debates throughout the week about whether the No. 1 seeds should prioritize rest or rhythm before the playoffs.
The answer should always be rest when it comes to this grueling sport. Just ask running back Christian McCaffrey, who seemed thrilled about the possibility of getting two weeks to rest after the San Francisco 49ers clinched the NFC’s No. 1 seed on Sunday.
The Baltimore Ravens will also have the option of getting two weeks off after capturing the AFC’s No. 1 seed one week before the regular season concludes.
