Home-field advantage is more than simply a morale boost or a convenience in the NFL. The live-gameday fans become a force on the field, driving up the decibel level and making it difficult to call or hear signals. Opposing offenses have a marked disadvantage in pass-blocking when playing in a noisy hometown venue. But it’s not often that a head coach actually works with the … [Read more...] about Saints Favored by a Field Goal Over Rams in NFC Title Scrap
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Brady’s Pats are 3-Point ‘Dogs vs Mahomes-Led Juggernaut in KC
In college I was forced to go through composition drills that required penning 2 fake stories and a real story, and everyone in class had to figure out which was the real thing and which were fake. It’s kind of like that with this Sunday’s AFC Championship Game in Missouri. In one narrative there’s the all-conquering and infallible New England Patriots, field goal … [Read more...] about Brady’s Pats are 3-Point ‘Dogs vs Mahomes-Led Juggernaut in KC
Jared Goff: “The Bad Period Is Behind Us”
The LA Rams led by Jared Goff experienced the playoffs last season. Back then they had the Coach of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, and the Defensive Player of the Year. That didn't prevent them from losing in the Wild-Card round to Falcons 26-13, at the Coliseum. The year later, they went two steps further, but to be honest, that was expected from this team. Before … [Read more...] about Jared Goff: “The Bad Period Is Behind Us”
Philadelphia Eagles Chose Carson Wentz Over Nick Foles As A Starter
The Philadephia Eagles ended their season last Sunday in New Orleans. The reigning champions were on the verge of committing another upset, having a 14-0 lead and several big opportunities to increase it and solve the matchup in Big Easy. However, they failed to achieve that. Nelson Agholor's mistake on Nick Foles' pass cost the Eagles the NFC Championship game. Despite … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Eagles Chose Carson Wentz Over Nick Foles As A Starter
NFL Conference Championship Games Betting Advice: The Chalk is King
Throw all of your NFL playoff knowledge out the window. Forget about upsets and unders. It’s chalk season, baby! For those new to the game, “chalk” is the term for the popular pick - the no-brainer. For example, when Clayton Kershaw is pitching, the Dodgers are chalk. When Alabama takes the field, they are chalk. Home teams are likely to be the popular pick in conference … [Read more...] about NFL Conference Championship Games Betting Advice: The Chalk is King