In all likely hood, we will want to have Home Field Advantage in the playoffs. That means matching wins with the Colts, Chargers, Steelers, etc...
That very well mean an undefeated season.
So you have to root for every win.
I think what will reduce the pressure is a more solid active defense, and not worrying about records. Down the stretch, there was a concerted effort to achieve records... and that just ADDS another layer of pressure.
Just win games, get the players out in the 3rd if you have a 28 point lead, and get them ready for the Playoffs.
The Key would be to get the spygate chip, hate teh NFL gonna storm the league attitude off the shoulder, and just play solid ball, win every game you compete in, and get ready for next week.
Come next year, we will see the true make up of the leaders on this team. 3 straight gut wrenching playoff losses, might not have it in them to put their heart out on the field anymore for perfoamnces liek the Colts win in 03, the Rams in 01, etc...