Steelers @ Broncos

This game is featuring two broken QB’s at the command of their offense: Ben Roethlisberger, who has a torn ligament in his shoulder and Peyton Manning who is coming of off plantar fasciitis treatments. I think it’s safe to say that the offensive play in this game is not going to be good. The game will be defense based and the Broncos have a better defense with their pass rush and pass coverage.

My pick: Steelers 10 Broncos 13

Chiefs @ Patriots

This game is going to be great. The matchup of the hottest team and the defending Super Bowl champions. The Chiefs have an offense that is on fire right now even without Jamal Charles. Alex Smith has been throwing the ball great and Charcandrick West has filled in great with the absence of Charles. However, it looks like Jeremy Maclin is going to sit out in this one so the Chiefs wide receivers are going to have to step up. The Patriots have been playing with less energy than usual, they ended up finishing the last six games of their season 2-4. Tom Brady has also dropped off recently, which is fairly out of context for him. This will be a tough, physical game for both teams.

My pick: Chiefs 27 Patriots 24

Seahawks @ Panthers

This is the game to watch in the NFC. The Seahawks are looking for revenge after that disgusting loss that they had at home against the Panthers. The Panthers might be the best team in football right now but they are going to have their hands full with a very hot Russell Wilson. However, the Seahawks defense will have to deal with the probable MVP in Cam Newton. This is truly a QB battle and it won’t be easy for both teams. This will be the most exciting battles of these playoffs.

My pick: Seahawks 20 Panthers 31

Packers @ Cardinals

This game is going to be a snoozer, the Packers don’t look right and the Cardinals have had a very quiet 13-3 season. I think that the Cardinals will have no problem with the Packers. I wish this could be a better game but unfortunately it doesn’t look like it’s going to be.

My pick: Packers 7 Cardinals 35