49ers playoff picture: Updated NFC standings after Week 17 vs. Bears

The San Francisco 49ers played one of the more entertaining games of the season against the Chicago Bears. The score went back and forth all night. The defense got a stop when it needed to, while the offense found the end zone when it couldn’t afford to settle for a field goal. Now, after a win, the 49ers remain in control of their own destiny for homefield advantage.

It’s simple: If San Francisco beats Seattle in Week 18 on Saturday, they are the No. 1 seed. One game closer to the NFC Championship, where some reporters believe Fred Warner has a chance to return.

A 49ers loss, and they’ll likely face the Eagles in Philadelphia. If the Lions beat the Bears and the Eagles beat Washington with a Niners loss, San Francisco would be headed to the Windy City to face the Bears.

Updated NFC West standings

1. Seattle Seahawks 13-3
2. San Francisco 49ers 12-4
3. Los Angeles Rams 11-5
4. Arizona Cardinals 3-13

Updated NFC playoff picture

1. Seattle Seahawks 13-4
2. Chicago Bears 11-5
3. Philadelphia Eagles 11-5
4. Carolina Panthers 8-8
5. San Francisco 49ers 12-4
6. Los Angeles Rams 11-4
7. Green Bay Packers 9-6-1

NFC teams eliminated from playoff contention

Atlanta Falcons
Arizona Cardinals
Dallas Cowboys
Detroit Lions
Minnesota Vikings
New Orleans Saints
New York Giants
Washington Commanders