It’s been a tough NFL season, Bears wise and betting wise. I’ve tried to keep my head above water, winning on some other stuff has helped me do that, but my NFL investments… rough year. Still, we have survived, and with the wild card games upon us this weekend, which is the 2 year anniversary of my DK account, I’m ready to lock and load. Why though? Yeah, I am a little gun shy, and will choose my units wisely, but… it’s the playoffs for God’s sake. Let’s do this!
Texans +3 Chargers–> I’ve been back and forth on this one; personally, I think this is the toughest game to pick on the board. But… I think back to last year, and the Browns going in there with their QB and their defense, and getting ran out by the Texans and their rookie coach & QB. Yes, Houston has underperformed this year, for sure, but giving this combo another chance in a home playoff game against a team that has overperformed IMO, and yes, I know they have Harbaugh at the helm… I’m taking the points in what I think will be a game that comes down to the wire.
Steelers +9.5 at Ravens–> These teams know each other well. This is a division game. Tomlin as a dog. The Ravens in the playoffs. Roll out all the cliches you want for this one, but you know what? They’re all true. Do I think the Steelers are overrated? Yes. Do I think the Ravens can win it all? Yes. Does it matter in this one? I think it will at the end of the day, with the Ravens escaping with a W, but it won’t be easy. I’ll take the 2 scores.
Bills -8.5 Broncos–> Well, if there will be one blowout this weekend… you’re looking at it. Rookie QBs on the road in the playoffs… I know you’ve heard that before. Doesn’t always pan out, the same with any trend, but I’m banking on it here and the next example this weekend. Nobody is stupid enough to put any stock in that last game against the Chiefs right? Still, this Broncos team has been living right, beating nobody good, while the Bills… dump their 2 best WRs and turn in their best year yet. Allen all the time in this one, and oh yeah, their defense is getting healthier. Give me Buffalo. Give me Buffalo in the Super Bowl too while we’re at it.
Packers +5.5 at Eagles–> OK, maybe I won’t play this one, but it certainly would be an “opposite play”. I hate the Packers with a passion, but… I did the same thing last year against Dallas, and that worked out, so… I know, these Eagles aren’t the Cowboys; if it weren’t for the Lions, I think they would be the Super Bowl team in the NFC, but… that’s the only team that can hang with them IMO. Still, why do I think this one stays close???
Bucs -3 Commanders–> Take me back to Week 1, this was my favorite survivor play; of course, we went with the Bengals and we ended up one and done. Fast forward to Wild Card weekend, and the Commanders are certainly in a better place, but… rookie QB on the road? Haha… riding that until the wheels fall off. Plus, the Bucs do have the playoff experience… and are at home… I’ll take them.
Vikings -2.5 at Rams–> “At Rams” is a term used loosely, since this game will be played in Arizona due to the wild fires; I don’t think it matters. This is my favorite play of the weekend, and will probably be the one I bet the most on, and will probably be the one I lose… haha. I think the Vikings absolutely stomp this popular dark horse team. Getting your ass kicked vs the Lions is nothing to be ashamed of. This Minnesota team that I’ve waited to fall off all year has never fallen off. They will be ready, and the Rams will be in trouble. Rocking chair win here.
Take it or leave it. Fade or follow. No sweat off my back. Good luck to us all this weekend.
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