Analysis: Race to playoffs enters stretch with crowded field

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) tosses the ball to a teammate as Los Angeles Rams defensive back David Long (22) looks on during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks up at the videoboards he walks the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Von Miller (40) tackles Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)