After a thrilling divisional round weekend in the NFL, conference championship weekend is upon us. Two big games will be showcased on Sunday with the winners earning the right to compete in the 2025 Super Bowl.
Commanders at Eagles:
It’s been an improbable run for the Commanders, a team in the span of a year and a half that brought in a new owner, general manager, and head coach. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is having one of the best rookie seasons we’ve seen at the position. His dual-threat ability has propelled Washington’s offense to third in total points. Head coach Dan Quinn has done a phenomenal job in his first year and has given his team a real chance at the title.
The Philadelphia Eagles are in a familiar position. This will be the third time in seven years they will host an NFC championship game in Philly. Quarterback Jalen Hurts and head coach Nick Sirianni will look to win their second NFC Championship in two years. The offseason addition of running back Saquon Barkley has put this team over the top. Barkley rushed for 2,005 yards this season only 101 yards shy of Eric Dickerson’s regular season record of 2,105. On defense the Eagles have some dynamic young players in Jalen Carter, Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean that have stepped up big for their defense.
Prediction: Commanders 34, Eagles 31
The Commanders are the team of destiny, winning in the most unusual and improbable ways throughout the season. I think this will be a high scoring game like the two teams’ previous matchup in Philadelphia this season. The Commanders offense will pick up right where they left off against the Lions. Barkley and the Eagles will compete offensively but ultimately come up just short.
Bills at Chiefs:
These two teams have become familiar foes in the Postseason. The Bills have been phenomenal in recent years but have failed to make it to the big game. Josh Allen is playing at an MVP-level football with a less than average supporting cast. Their offensive line has been phenomenal along with their defense. Greg Rousseau, Ed Oliver, and A.J. Epenesa highlight a young stout defensive line. They’ll look to end that narrative and play for their first title in franchise history.
The Chiefs are looking to continue their quest for the first three-peat in NFL history. While Patrick Mahomes is consistently making plays, the Chiefs defense has been dominant this season under coordinator Steve Spagnuolo. The Chiefs are playing great team football and will be a great test for the Bills.
Prediction: Bills 24, Chiefs 20
Enough is enough for the Bills losing to the Chiefs in the playoffs. They finally get over the hump. Allen will have another great game and the Bills defense will get a big stop late.
