In the early NFL wildcard playoff game this afternoon, NFL fans will see two rookie quarterbacks squaring off against each other for the first time since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger. In the late game this evening, fans will see two quarterbacks facing off against each other after throwing for over 40 touchdowns and 5,000 yards. Vegas is opening proposition bets on over/under wagers for how many passing yards will occur tonight. While I think this will be a very entertaining game, I don’t think the offensive production is going to live up to the hype.
Detroit Lions- The Lions are a great story for the city of Detroit, finally returning to the playoffs for the first time since 1999. Detroit was finally able to see what QB Matthew Stafford was able to do on the field for a full season. WR Calvin Johnson has demonstrated that he is one of the top three wide receivers in the league this season. On defense, the Lions have an imposing defensive line, but they are suspect against the run,...
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Matthew Stafford,
Calvin Johnson,
Drew Brees,
Dan Marino,
Brandon Pettigrew,
Titus Young,
Nate Burleson,
Kevin Smith,
Jonathan Vilma,
Chris Ivory,
Marques Colston,
Jimmy Graham
TEAMS: Detroit Lions, New Orleans Saints, Indianapolis Colts
TEAMS: Detroit Lions, New Orleans Saints, Indianapolis Colts
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