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5 Biggest Surprises From The 2014 NFL Season So Far

5 Biggest Surprises From the 2014 NFL Season So Far

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The NFL regular season is nearing its thrilling conclusion, and there are many stories no one saw coming that have been pushed to the forefront. Here are my five biggest surprises after 13 weeks of amazing football.

5. Tony Romo's Pure Grit

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5. Tony Romo's Pure Grit

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This goes out to Tony Romo's pure Texas grit. He does not always get the best reputation when it comes to his clutch gene, but it is now time to acknowledge his greatness as a player with superior toughness. Playing through a broken back might be the most impressive accomplishment out of all these stories.

4. The Arizona Cardinals in General

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4. The Arizona Cardinals in General

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The Arizona Cardinals are now in trouble after starting QB Carson Palmer tore his ACL, but you could be worse off than having Drew Stanton as your quarterback. Their overall record (9-3) is stunning though, and they will have a chance to secure a playoff bye.

3. The NFC South Is Pathetic

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3. The NFC South Is Pathetic

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The NFC South has been a disaster zone and could end up being the sole reason why playoff eligibility is addressed this offseason. It would be shocking if the team that wins this division has a winning record.

2. Robert Griffin III Getting Benched

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2. Robert Griffin III Getting Benched

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The Washington Redskins were always going to struggle this year under a new head coach, but it would have been difficult to predict Robert Griffin III's current situation. He will sit for the rest of this season and could even be traded this offseason.

1. The Chicago Bears Regressing

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1. The Chicago Bears Regressing

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After a 10-6 season that saw them miss the playoffs, it seemed reasonable to assume they'd make it this year. As we all know, things swung in the opposite direction. They'd be lucky to stay out of the NFC North's cellar.

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