Super contender: Chicago Bears
Key to victory: Rex Grossman (QB)

Though they hold the best record in a weak NFC, Da Bears peaked early in the season and their play (especially on offense) has been spotty as they head to the postseason. Quarterback Rex Grossman has days both brilliant and brutal, and it only takes one poor performance to get eliminated in January. Linebacker Brian Urlacher provides a ferocity unrivaled by few, and the Bears’ D, historically solid, will do its task. But Grossman must be on target if Chi-Town is to shuffle into the Super Bowl.