Every week, Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Michael Hoecht takes a couple pregame laps around the field before kicking his pregame routine into high gear. Faced with sub-freezing temperatures in the Meadowlands, he decided to brave the elements and get a true gauge of the conditions. Shortly thereafter, his entire position group had followed suit.

Quarterback Matthew Stafford, offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur and defensive coordinator Chris Shula

An aggregate look at where the Los Angeles Rams rank across different outlets in the sports media landscape heading into their Week 17 game against the Arizona Cardinals.

Here's what the NFC playoff picture looks like heading into Week 17 as the Rams prepare for Saturday's home game against the Cardinals.