It is finally here. The weekend that determines who will be making the most important game of the year. Last week was great to watch but hard to pick as I went 2-2. Lets hope I get back into my wildcard form this week. Here are my championship weekend predictions.
Chargers vs Patriots: The Chargers stunned everyone last weekend beating the Colts in Indianapolis. But on offense the Chargers big play threats are all banged up. Antonio Gates still has a bad toe but played last week. Philip Rivers might play this week but experience wise the Chargers might be better off just going with Billy Volek. Most importantly,LaDanian Tomlinson is hurt and will probably play. Tomlinson has to step up though as he has played poorly the last few games. The Patriots were pretty much perfect last week. Tom Brady only had 2 incompletions which is outstanding but you have to consider that Randy Moss only caught one pass. Moss has had some legal issues leading up to this game and that could affect him. Look for Wes Welker to step up and have a big game. As long as the Patriots defense stops the run,it could be a long day for the Chargers. My prediction is the Chargers 17 Patriots 35.
Giants vs Packers: The Giants also surprised lots of people going into Dallas and winning. Considering everyone said that Eli Manning was inconsistent in the regular season,he doesn't look like that now. Manning isn't making mistakes which is the main reason why his team is winning games. Brandon Jacobs is doing a good job running the ball and Ahmad Bradshaw has been a good change of pace back. Plaxico Burress needs to step up if the Giants want to win. The Packers played great last week and if Brett Favre keeps playing like he has the Pack could win it all. Ryan Grant won't get 200 yards every game but needs a big game. Considering the poor conditions both teams will run most of the time. The Packers receivers should have big games as the Giants secondary is banged up. So with all of this considered my prediction is the Giants 20 Packers 27.
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