Patriots, Rams are NFL’s only locks for playoff return in 2018

By Vinnie Iyer on October 1, 2018

Last updated on October 2, 2018

Of the 12 playoff teams from last season, only six are currently in a postseason position for 2018. The Patriots and Rams are safe as locks to return to the playoffs, but others, including the red-hot Chiefs and the talented Saints, are not.