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Los Angeles Chargers vs. Baltimore Ravens Preview and Predictions 2019-01-06

NFL Predictions 3rd January 2019 by Gracenote
Chargers vs. Ravens Preview and Predictions

by Gracenote on 01/03/2019

The Los Angeles Chargers finished tied with the best record in the AFC but one loss over the final six games cost them a chance at the No. 1 overall seed and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Instead, the Chargers have to open the postseason on the road and will get a chance to avenge a Week 16 defeat when they visit the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

Although Los Angeles lost 22-10 -- a deceptive margin after a late fumble was returned for a score -- in the first matchup versus the Ravens (as the Chargers were -4 point favorite at intertops), it will take a 7-1 road mark into the rematch in Baltimore. "We love coming into your place -- whichever team you may be -- and doing our thing," Chargers rookie safety Derwin James said. "Our motto around here is 'Any squad, any place,' that's what we say around here." The Ravens went 6-1 down the stretch after turning the offense over to rookie Lamar Jackson, who will become the youngest quarterback to start a playoff game. "It's just a name -- 'the playoffs,'" Jackson said. "You're trying to get the championship now. It was for us to get in it, and we're in it now, so we want the big thing. We want the big thing now."

TV: 1:05 p.m. ET, CBS. LINE: Ravens -3. O/U: 42

ABOUT THE CHARGERS (12-4): Philip Rivers had one of the finest seasons of his 15-year career, posting a passer rating of 105.5 while throwing for 4,308 with 32 touchdowns versus 12 interceptions, but Baltimore picked him off twice and held him to a season-low 181 yards. Running back Melvin Gordon rushed for 41 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries in Week 16 in his first game back after missing the previous three with an ankle injury, but he said this week that he feels much healthier entering the rematch. Keenan Allen is the favorite target of Rivers with 97 receptions for 1,196 yards and leads a talented receiving corps that could see the return of tight end Hunter Henry, sidelined since May with a torn ACL. Melvin Ingram, one of seven Chargers named to the Pro Bowl, and fellow defensive end Joey Bosa combined for 12.5 sacks for the NFL's No. 9 defense.



ABOUT THE RAVENS (10-6): Jackson relied just as much on his legs as his arm since taking over for an injured Joe Flacco, but he threw for a season-high 204 yards and a touchdown against the Chargers, who held him to a rushing low of 39 yards in his seven starts. Running back Gus Edwards moved into the starting lineup at the same time as Jackson and had three 100-yard games while never rushing for fewer than 67 yards, including 92 on 14 carries at Los Angeles. Kenneth Dixon had at least eight carries in all five games in December, rushing for 289 yards on 47 attempts, but neither John Brown, Michael Crabtree or Willie Snead has seen regular targets with Jackson at quarterback. Baltimore features the league's No. 1 overall defense, ranking fourth against the rush (82.9 yards), fifth versus the pass (210.0) and second in points allowed (17.9).

EXTRA POINTS

1. Rivers can become the fourth QB to post a passer rating of at least 115.0 in three straight playoff games.

2. Jackson was 4-0 at home, including three games with at least 90 yards rushing.

3. Gordon scored nine touchdowns in six road games this season.

PREDICTION: Chargers 20, Ravens 19

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Philadelphia Eagles vs. Chicago Bears Preview and Predictions 2019-01-06

NFL Predictions 3rd January 2019 by Gracenote
Eagles vs. Bears Preview and Predictions

by Gracenote on 01/03/2019

The Chicago Bears opened the door for the Philadelphia Eagles to defend their Super Bowl crown with a suffocating performance against Minnesota in the regular-season finale. The third-seeded Bears bid to shut that door just as swiftly on Sunday when they host the sixth-seeded Eagles at Soldier Field in Chicago in an NFC wild-card game.

Mitchell Trubisky took a giant step forward following last year's rookie season, recording a franchise-best four games with a 120-plus quarterback rating while throwing for 24 touchdowns and rushing for three more as Chicago elevated from the NFC North's outhouse to the penthouse. Coach Matt Nagy stressed for Trubisky "to not change. For him to continue to do just what he does (and) don't put any extra added pressure on himself." Quarterback Nick Foles thrived under that glaring spotlight last season, guiding the "underdog" -- albeit top-ranked -- Eagles to three straight wins while securing Super Bowl MVP honors for himself in the process. The 29-year-old Foles (ribs) participated fully in Thursday's practice for Philadelphia, which returns to the postseason in consecutive years for the first time since the 2009-10 seasons and bids to become the first repeat Super Bowl champion since the 2003-04 New England Patriots.

TV: 4:40 p.m. ET, NBC. LINE: Bears -6 O/U: 41

ABOUT THE EAGLES (9-7): While Alshon Jeffery relished his meeting against his former team last year, Sunday's contest carries more weight since it's a playoff tilt as opposed to another battle against the Bears. "I don't have any feelings, honestly. It's a playoff game," said the 28-year-old Jeffery, who spent the first five years (2012-16) of his career in the Windy City. "... We're playing the Bears, but if we were playing anybody else, I still couldn't wait to play this game. I'm excited to be in the playoffs." Jeffery enjoyed one of the best postseasons in Eagles' history last winter, rolling up 219 receiving yards and three touchdowns in wins over Atlanta, Minnesota and New England. Pro Bowler Zach Ertz set an NFL record this season for catches (116) by a tight end to go along with a career-best 1,163 receiving yards.



ABOUT THE BEARS (12-4): Chicago's bread and butter is an aggressive defense that is ranked No. 1 in the NFL in points allowed (17.7), yards per play permitted (4.78), passing yards per play (5.29), takeaways (36) and interceptions (27). Trade acquisition Khalil Mack recorded 8.5 of his club-best 12.5 sacks and four forced fumbles at Soldier Field, helping the Bears to a 7-1 mark at home this season. The running game slowly gained traction, with rugged Jordan Howard boosting his touchdown total to a career-high nine with four in the last three games -- including a pair in Sunday's 24-10 victory versus the Vikings (as the Bears were +6 point underdog at intertops). Versatile Tarik Cohen provided a potent threat out of the backfield with 1,169 scrimmage yards (725 receiving, 444 rushing), becoming one of five Bears to earn Pro Bowl honors this season.

EXTRA POINTS

1. Philadelphia Pro Bowl DT Fletcher Cox notched three of his team-leading 10.5 sacks in Sunday's 24-0 win over Washington.

2. Chicago TE Trey Burton, who gained famed as the "quarterback" of the Philly Special in Super Bowl LII, had five receptions in each of his last two contests.

3. Philadelphia CB Rasul Douglas reeled in two of his club-best three interceptions in the last four games.

PREDICTION: Bears 24, Eagles 17

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TEDDY COVERS

Event: (105) Los Angeles Chargers at (106) Baltimore Ravens
Sport/League: NFL
Date/Time: January 6, 2019 1PM EST
Play: Los Angeles Chargers 3.0 (-110)

3% Take the LA Chargers (#105)

In college, Lamar Jackson gave just about everyone he faced all kinds of difficulties in their first meeting against him – that’s how he won the Heisman Trophy in 2016 as a sophomore. But the second time around – his junior season – Jackson’s numbers declined, as did the fortunes of his Louisville team. Defenses that had seen him once already were able to make adjustments.

What does that have to do with the Chargers – Ravens game on Sunday? Simple: the Chargers faced Jackson two weeks ago. Now, they’ll be the first NFL team to get a second look at a QB that hasn’t yet proved he can successfully complete downfield passes at an NFL level.

When the Chargers faced the Ravens two weeks ago, they did a better job at shutting down Lamar Jackson’s running attack than any other team he’s faced. Jackson did have one run for 27 yards. On his other 12 rushing attempts, he gained a grand total of only 12 yards. Baltimore won the game by margin because Philip Rivers had a rough evening.

Here’s Rivers quote, immediately following that contest: “We got off to a terrible start, turning the ball over on the first play. And we had three third-down conversions called back really that we couldn't overcome. We got ourselves in third-and-super-long a lot. It's a good defense and they outplayed us today……We may get another crack at them in two weeks."

It’s surely worth noting that LA will be healthier for the rematch when it comes to their playmakers on offense. Melvin Gordon should be good to go, Keenan Allen is back near 100% as is Mike Williams. And start tight end Hunter Henry, who has been out all year, looks poised to get back into the starting lineup this weekend, giving playoff veteran Philip Rivers a full complement of weapons. Live dog here! Take the Chargers.

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Mike Wynn

Free Play: LA Clippers -7 Over Orlando

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YOUR RAZOR SHARP FREE PICK FOR SUNDAY: RHODE ISLAND +5 over St Louis

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Sunday's Free Selection: Rhode Island Rams/St Louis Billikens under 132

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Roz Wins

Roz's Sunday, January 6, 2019, Free Pick

(573) CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS (574) PHOENIX SUNS

Take : Hornets

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Atlantic Sports

Sunday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: George Washington - 5 1/2

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Sunday's Free Selection: Rhode Island Rams + 5

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Free Pick: the Phoenix Suns +2 over Charlotte

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Lee's Early Sunday Free Selection Is
Seton Hall -2½

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Nevada Sharpshooter

Your free winner for Sunday: Take IOWA +2½ over Nebraska

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Golden Dragon

FREE WINNER for Sunday
Xavier +8 College BB

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Sunday's Free Pick: Detroit Red Wings + 160