NOW YOU KNOW

Since 1990, when the NFL adopted its current playoff system, eight teams have qualified for the postseason after posting a sub-.500 record through the first 11 games. A look:

Source: NFL

*--* Year Team 11-Game Record Final Record 1990 New Orleans Saints 5-6 8-8 1993 Minnesota Vikings 5-6 9-7 1994 Detroit Lions 5-6 9-7 1994 New England Patriots 5-6 10-6 1995 Detroit Lions 5-6 10-6 1995 San Diego Chargers 4-7 9-7 1996 Jacksonville Jaguars 4-7 9-7 1997 Detroit Lions 5-6 9-7

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