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Past champs say NFL's four wild-card teams have what it takes for a super postseason

They stand at the base of Mount Lombardi, staring up at the twisting, narrow paths and treacherous switchbacks. They are four NFL teams with big hopes and even bigger challenges.

The Los Angeles Chargers, Indianapolis Colts, Seattle Seahawks and Philadelphia Eagles are all looking to become that rare team that climbs from the depths, winning three playoff games on the road and then the Super Bowl.

There are a fresh four at the trail head every year, but this season could be different. Each of these four can make the case

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