Game 1 ... #5 Titans @ #4 Chiefs
My Pick: Kansas City
On paper, there is no reason to think Tennessee cannot win this game. They have won once already at Arrowhead. But the Chiefs don't usually loose twice at Arrowhead versus incoming opponents. So given how close this matchup is, I'll take home field and revenge factors.
Game 2 ... #6 Falcons @ #3 Rams
My Pick: Atlanta
This promises to be an exciting game. Both teams have excellent rushing games. The remainder of the offenses are very good. This game likely comes down to whose Defense can respond the best to an opposing offense with a lot of weapons. The Falcons have the experience advantage. The Rams have the talent and home field advantages.
Game 3 ... #6 Bills @ #3 Jaguars
My Pick: Buffalo
This is a tough matchup. These teams are so similar to each other. Truthfully I think this game is in reality a #6 seed vs #5 seed. I don't think either team is better than Tennesse and Kansas City. And yet somehow in the seedings the Jaguars are better. I think that is a facade that covers some weaknesses for the Jaguars. And whoever wins this game is likely in trouble for what they shall receive with a win.
Game 4 ... #5 Panthers @ #4 Saints
My Pick: New Orleans
Carolina loves to blitz, but New Orleans responds well to the blitz. Panthers lost both games this season versus the Saints, so they are due for a win. But in order to get that win, they likely need to morph into something other than who they are. And if they pull that off, they are not playing to their strengths but in response to a Saints team that suddenly has become well rounded.
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