The VAS CommunityNFL season has officially reached its halfway point. But for some teams, will this week also serve as an inflection point?

Over the course of 17 games, any franchise is prone to go through a few swings. The setup of the schedule can be a significant factor in promoting any unevenness, as built-in advantages or disadvantages can quickly reveal themselves. But teams can hold onto the hope that their performance to date does not necessarily have to define their entire year, as it's not uncommon to see a few groups each season rise up the standings in the final months.

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