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NFL Playoffs: Score Predictions For Wild Card Weekend

Andrew Weimer

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DETROIT, MICHIGAN – NOVEMBER 20: Wilson brand footballs with the NFL logo are pictured during the game between the Buffalo Bills and Cleveland Browns at Ford Field on November 20, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Welcome to Wild Card Weekend in the NFL. Here are score predictions and breakdowns for all six games this weekend!

Chargers vs Texans:

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 10: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans attempts a pass against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

24-17 Texans

While some people are heavily doubting the Texans for Stroud’s struggles, their defense is stout, and Stroud shows up in the biggest moments, and I believe he will lead his team to victory. The Chargers have had a great season, but their lack of offensive weapons will be their downfall in this game.

Steelers vs Ravens:

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, JANUARY 20: Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens throws the ball in the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium on January 20, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens defeated the Texans 34-10. (Photo by Kirby Lee/Getty Images)

23-20 Ravens

The Ravens beat the Steelers by a landslide at the most important position in Football: quarterback. Russell Wilson has been lackluster in these past few weeks, while Lamar has a case for his 3rd MVP. These teams always play each other close so I am expecting the Steelers to keep it close.

Broncos vs Bills:

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – OCTOBER 16: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills calls a play at the line during the third quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jason Hanna/Getty Images)

30-17 Bills

The Bills are a Superbowl contender with a lot of experience and a great defensive scheme, The Broncos are just not ready to go into Buffalo and have a competitive game with arguably the best team in the league.

Packers vs Eagles:

PHILADELPHIA, PA – SEPTEMBER 16: Saquon Barkley #26 of the Philadelphia Eagles carries the ball against the Atlanta Falcons during a football game at Lincoln Financial Field on September 16, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

30-24 Eagles

The Eagles are my pick to go to the Superbowl, they are the most complete team in the entire NFL, with Jalen Hurts returning this week, the Eagles run game will get a huge boost and dominate the time of possession. While I do feel Jordan Love is good enough to make sure this is a game, the Eagles are just the overall better team.

Commanders vs Buccaneers:

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 06: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders rushes against the Cleveland Browns at Northwest Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

24-20 Commanders

The Commanders are a young, hungry team that is led by their young rookie phenom, Jayden Daniels. He has been great all season and, most importantly, clutch. His ability to be great when it is most important is his greatest attribute and I expect this to continue in a close contest vs the Buccaneers on the road.

Vikings vs Rams:

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 10: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams hands the ball off to Kyren Williams #23 during the first quarter in the game against Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)

30-21 Rams

The Vikings have had a great season thus far, however, the Rams and, specifically, Matthew Stafford have been here before. Matthew Stafford makes the right plays with great playmakers, and Sean McVay always finds a way to pick apart great defenses. I like the Rams in this game despite the game being moved to Glendale, Arizona.

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