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Saturday, January 19, 2013

NFL Playoff Predictions

49ers vs. Falcons

Last week, Matt Ryan was lucky enough to get his first playoff win in his career, after the Seahawks didn't show up to play at all in the first half.  This week will be different for the Falcons because they are facing the 49ers, who are the best overall team in the NFC.  If the Falcons want to win, their defense has to find away to stop the 49ers from running the read-option.  If Colin Kaepernick is able to run the ball similar to how he did last week against the Packers, the 49ers will easily win this game.  The 49ers' defense and running game will continue to play well, and they will beat the Falcons 35-27, to secure a berth to the Super Bowl.

Ravens vs. Patriots 

This will be the second consecutive season that the Ravens and Patriots meet in the AFC Championship Game.  In order for the Ravens to win this year, Joe Flacco will have to continue to play well, and take advantage against the Patriots' weak secondary.  Two things that will determined the outcome of this game will be time of possession and special teams.  Whichever team is able to control the time of possession, by running the ball effectively, and being able to get good field possession, by making plays on special teams will win this game.  For the second consecutive year this game will come down to the very end, but this year the Ravens will win 24-21.

Sunday, January 6, 2013

NFL Playoff Predictions

Colts vs. Ravens 

The Colts and Ravens are both equal in talent, but experience and home field advantage will be the difference in this game.  If Andrew Luck and the Colts want to win, they have to play smart and they can't turn the ball over in key situations.  The Colts' defense also has to be able to control Ray Rice and force Joe Flacco to throw the ball down field.  In Ray Lewis' final home game as a Raven, the Ravens will beat the Colts in a close and physical game.

Seahawks vs. Redskins 

The Seahawks and Redskins are both very similar because their offense is focused around running the ball, down the opponent's throat.  These two teams also have defenses that are physical and tough to beat.  This game will come down to how Russell Wilson and Robert Griffin III are able handle the playoff pressure, and how they perform late in the game.  Today's game will be close and exciting, but the home field advantage will be the main reason why the Redskins are able to win this game.