NFL Divisional Playoff Predictions
Last week: 1-3
Arizona at New Orleans. The Cardinals have won playoff games in two straight seasons - who would've though that could happen? The Saints haven't played a good game since defeating New England at the end of November. The signs point to an offensive show, but which defense can make a play? Arizona's Kurt Warner is lights out in the playoffs, but the Cardinals have been inconsistent. New Orleans isn't as bad as the last five games have shown. New Orleans 34, Arizona 28.
Baltimore at Indianapolis. The pressure is on the Colts. Not going for the perfect season may have been blown out of proportion, but the reality is a loss in this spot brings an offseason of second-guessing in Indy. The Ravens delivered one of the most stunning playoff performances last week in memory - can this happen again? One of the worst things for an opponent is a great player with something to prove. Peyton Manning does. Indianapolis 23, Baltimore 13.
Dallas at Minnesota. The game of the weekend. It doesn't take much for the Cowboys to become the national favorite, and two straight national television blowouts of Philadelphia will do that. The pressure is also on the Vikings, Brett Favre specifically, as this game is what he was brought in to win. Minnesota needs a big game from Adrian Peterson - Dallas' pass rush and pass defense has been stifling. The Cowboys' offensive line makes the difference. Dallas 21, Minnesota 17.
New York Jets at San Diego. Do we realize the Chargers haven't lost since October 19? This is a classic matchup problem for San Diego - the Chargers' offensive strength (passing) is the Jets' defensive forte. San Diego's defense weakness (run stopping) is what New York thrives on. Mark Sanchez was solid for the Jets last week and New York must make sure that solid is all he needs to be. Every round has a weird game - this looks like it. New York Jets 19, San Diego 16.
Arizona at New Orleans. The Cardinals have won playoff games in two straight seasons - who would've though that could happen? The Saints haven't played a good game since defeating New England at the end of November. The signs point to an offensive show, but which defense can make a play? Arizona's Kurt Warner is lights out in the playoffs, but the Cardinals have been inconsistent. New Orleans isn't as bad as the last five games have shown. New Orleans 34, Arizona 28.
Baltimore at Indianapolis. The pressure is on the Colts. Not going for the perfect season may have been blown out of proportion, but the reality is a loss in this spot brings an offseason of second-guessing in Indy. The Ravens delivered one of the most stunning playoff performances last week in memory - can this happen again? One of the worst things for an opponent is a great player with something to prove. Peyton Manning does. Indianapolis 23, Baltimore 13.
Dallas at Minnesota. The game of the weekend. It doesn't take much for the Cowboys to become the national favorite, and two straight national television blowouts of Philadelphia will do that. The pressure is also on the Vikings, Brett Favre specifically, as this game is what he was brought in to win. Minnesota needs a big game from Adrian Peterson - Dallas' pass rush and pass defense has been stifling. The Cowboys' offensive line makes the difference. Dallas 21, Minnesota 17.
New York Jets at San Diego. Do we realize the Chargers haven't lost since October 19? This is a classic matchup problem for San Diego - the Chargers' offensive strength (passing) is the Jets' defensive forte. San Diego's defense weakness (run stopping) is what New York thrives on. Mark Sanchez was solid for the Jets last week and New York must make sure that solid is all he needs to be. Every round has a weird game - this looks like it. New York Jets 19, San Diego 16.
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