The visual representation charting the progression of teams through the National Football League’s postseason tournament for the 2010 season organizes participating teams based on seeding and conference affiliation. This diagram illustrates each matchup from the Wild Card round through the Super Bowl, depicting potential paths to the championship.
Its significance lies in its ability to provide clarity and context to the entire playoff picture. It allows fans and analysts to easily track results, anticipate future contests, and understand the competitive landscape as teams advance. Furthermore, it serves as a historical record, documenting the journey each team took during that specific postseason and the ultimate champion’s route to victory. The tournament culminated in Super Bowl XLV.