Road Favorites Face Uphill Battle in Wild-Card Weekend
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The National Football League's (NFL) wild-card weekend is set to kick off, featuring a thrilling lineup of matchups that promise to deliver excitement and drama. Among the four road teams favored to win, the Philadelphia Eagles, defending Super Bowl champions, will be looking to overcome their inconsistent offense against the injury-depleted San Francisco 49ers. The Eagles, who ended Brock Purdy's impressive rookie season three years ago, will face a tough test as they host the 49ers. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears will host the Green Bay Packers in a highly anticipated matchup between NFC North rivals. The Bears, who backed into the playoffs, will look to capitalize on their momentum against the Packers, who have been struggling with injuries. In another closely contested matchup, the Carolina Panthers, who secured their first NFC South title in 10 years, will face the Los Angeles Rams. Despite their impressive turnaround, the Panthers will be underdogs against the Rams, who are seeking to return to their winning ways. The Buffalo Bills, who failed to win the AFC East, will look to bounce back against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Despite their impressive run defense, the Jaguars have shown their ability to score points, and this matchup promises to be a closely contested affair. The Patriots will face the Chargers, with the Patriots looking to extend their winning streak. Despite their depleted offense, the Chargers have shown their ability to compete against top teams, and this matchup is expected to be a nail-biter. In the final matchup, the Texans will face the Steelers, with the Texans looking to make history by winning their first playoff game on the road. Despite their impressive defense, the Texans will face a tough test against the Steelers, who have been struggling but have a strong home record. Pro Picks examines all the games, providing expert analysis and predictions. Our best bets and upset specials are based on in-depth research and a deep understanding of the teams and players involved. Stay tuned for the latest updates and predictions from Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi.
