With the exception of Chiefs all teams have something to play for, so there should be some good contests in the run in, and nobody expects Chiefs to roll over.
We're in a tight contest with Bath, Sale and Bristol for the coveted 2nd place which in not just a home play off but more importantly playing against the teams that were 7 & 8 in next year's European competition. Third and 4th in play offs but it doesn't make much difference in Europe, nobody wants to be 5th and miss out on play offs.
Quins, Saints and Glaws are playing for 6th place, or more importantly not 7th or 8th when they'd be facing teams that were 1st and 2nd in their leagues in Europe next year.
Worcester, Irish and Tigers are playing to not be the "bottom" club, even though that doesn't mean relegation this year. They also need confidence going in to next season when relegation will be a real threat based on this season's performances.
EAs are just trying to prove something and are currently 2nd without the the points deduction. Nobody's listening or cares, but it seems to be giving them something to play for.
And finally, they're all proud rugby players who don't like losing, professional or not.
Its going to be a nail biting finish for most fans