How the Falcons and Colts can still make the NFL playoffs. No, seriously The season isnt always defined by what happens in the first half of it. Last year, the New Orleans Saints won the NFC South and were literally inches away from the NFC Championship after starting the season 0-2. Atlanta Falcons The Falcons have had one of the better offenses in the NFL this year behind Matt Ryans statistical resurgence as a passer. While the Falcons 3-4 record and plethora of injuries is certainly disappointing given their aspirations for the season, theyve been competitive in every game outside of their 41-17 loss against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Indianapolis Colts Any team with a franchise quarterback has a chance to make the playoffs in the AFC South. They arent like the Colts teams of recent past - they can play physical, hard-nosed football and now they have their quarterback back and healthy being a positive contributor for this squad.