Playoff Betting Thread

[Avante]

If the difference in running ability doesn't make a difference, it shouldn't be enough to knock you off Pittsburgh imo. Toussant had 0 fumbles in his college career.
Now if you tell me you're backing off the Steelers because you're concerned about his output vs. Williams...that would make more sense. But he should be OK with the passing game they've got.
I still like Pittsburgh.

The Steelers are Toussant third team for a reason. Now he's expected to carry the load something he's never done at the NFL level. So here he is in a role he's not familiar with. I can't ignore this situation, there is also a reason the Steelers are a "small" fav. All it takes in this game is a couple turnovers and Cincy wins it.

But....that Big Ben with all that experience vs a rookie more or less....hmmmm? I might change my mind.

[SpursforSix]

The Steelers are Toussant third team for a reason. Now he's expected to carry the load something he's never done at the NFL level. So here he is in a role he's not familiar with. I can't ignore this situation, there is also a reason the Steelers are a "small" fav. All it takes in this game is a couple turnovers and Cincy wins it.

But....that Big Ben with all that experience vs a rookie more or less....hmmmm? I might change my mind.

Sure...but third team behind a couple of elite runners. Look at Christine...dropped by Seattle...then couldn't do with the "greatest" o-line in the league. But then put up 100 last week. Steelers seems to have a good system set up for the backs. Having Big Ben, Brown, and Bryant keeps the D honest. All they need from Toussant is decent production with no turnovers. We might even see a coming out party with Toussant. He's also a good receiver from what I've read with good speed.

All that against the Bengals.

[Avante]

Sure...but third team behind a couple of elite runners. Look at Christine...dropped by Seattle...then couldn't do with the "greatest" o-line in the league. But then put up 100 last week. Steelers seems to have a good system set up for the backs. Having Big Ben, Brown, and Bryant keeps the D honest. All they need from Toussant is decent production with no turnovers. We might even see a coming out party with Toussant. He's also a good receiver from what I've read with good speed.

All that against the Bengals.

Ok ok, ya talked me into it, if I win it was all my idea, if I lose I'm blaming you.

[SpursforSix]

Ok ok, ya talked me into it, if I win it was all my idea, if I lose I'm blaming you.

I wouldn't expect anything less.

[johnsmith]

What makes you think ya can't win in Denver in Jan?

I have no faith in Manning having a good game, and with him in, defenses can stack the box and eliminate the run game. All defenses have to do is play the middle of the field against the pass because Manning either won't go deep or he will miss on the passes anyway.

For some reason, DT can't catch anymore....our defense, while impressive statistically have shown the ability to get picked apart by a good quarterback.....Von Miller has traditionally gone missing come playoff time, D-ware is banged up as is Harris.

But most of all, I've grown accustomed to a really good regular season with a quick let down in the playoffs.

So having said all that, I will now promptly be wrong and they will actually win.....but I really don't think so.

Oh also, Mannings annual one and done tradition.

[SpursforSix]

I have no faith in Manning having a good game, and with him in, defenses can stack the box and eliminate the run game. All defenses have to do is play the middle of the field against the pass because Manning either won't go deep or he will miss on the passes anyway.

For some reason, DT can't catch anymore....our defense, while impressive statistically have shown the ability to get picked apart by a good quarterback.....Von Miller has traditionally gone missing come playoff time, D-ware is banged up as is Harris.

But most of all, I've grown accustomed to a really good regular season with a quick let down in the playoffs.

So having said all that, I will now promptly be wrong and they will actually win.....but I really don't think so.

Oh also, Mannings annual one and done tradition.

that offense runs great when the QB can take snaps under center. Which Manning will probably not be able to do.

[Darth_Pelican]

I just can't see the 4 road teams sweeping the weekend, even though on paper they are all the better teams. I feel like no matter what I choose, I'm destined to go 2-2. I'm still pondering my picks.

[Avante]

I just can't see the 4 road teams sweeping the weekend, even though on paper they are all the better teams. I feel like no matter what I choose, I'm destined to go 2-2. I'm still pondering my picks.

All those road teams are 5-3 except the Steelers at 4-4.

The one that worries me is GB.

[Darth_Pelican]

All those road teams are 5-3 except the Steelers at 4-4.

The one that worries me is GB.

I just saw this stat:

Road QBs this weekend: 37 combined career playoff starts

.Home QBs this weekend: 0 combined career playoff starts.

[Avante]

I just saw this stat:

Road QBs this weekend: 37 combined career playoff starts

.Home QBs this weekend: 0 combined career playoff starts.

I talked about that in my thread. The playoffs are about that coach/QB and experience in Jan.

[Avante]

Just heard this one...

No NFL rushing leader has gained over 75 yards vs the top ranked rushing D in the playoffs, missed how far back that goes.

[Blake]

Yeah but you suck at betting. It's do ented.

[Avante]

Look at this ing idiot, totally ignoring.

2014 plus 2100
2015 plus 1240...so far.

DO ENTED!!!!!!!!!!!

Stupid ~

This freak is one of these.

win..crickets
win...crickets
lose....YOU SUCK!!!!
win...crickets
win...crickets

Ha~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The little freak can't stand the fact I know all this stuff while he knows..0

Will play the favorites tomorrow.

KC -3
Pitt-2.5

Sunday will depend on those plays, that's called money management.

Always nice to see others make their plays, and not just wait around for you to lose, yep...rookie.

[AlexJones]

Seahawks and Packers seasons end Sunday

[Avante]

Seahawks and Packers seasons end Sunday

I get the Skins pick, that makes sense.

Do you really believe a team that has played in 8 playoff games with two SB's recently is going to lose to Teddy Bridgewater? Break it down as to what you are looking at.

I'm starting to think this might be the best Seahawk team we have seen.

RW having his best season, Tyler Lockett/Doug Baldwin, the D gave up a league low points. AND....Marshawn Lynch.

[Will Hunting]

I get the Skins pick, that makes sense.

Do you really believe a team that has played in 8 playoff games with two SB's recently is going to lose to Teddy Bridgewater? Break it down as to what you are looking at.

I'm starting to think this might be the best Seahawk team we have seen.

RW having his best season, Tyler Lockett/Doug Baldwin, the D gave up a league low points. AND....Marshawn Lynch.

Lynch being out for the game is what's worrisome, outside of that I'd be in 100% agreement with the Seattle pick. I'm still leaning that way.

[Avante]

Lynch being out for the game is what's worrisome, outside of that I'd be in 100% agreement with the Seattle pick. I'm still leaning that way.

Michael is all they need to beat the Vikes. They have already proved that.

I have no doubts the Seahawks win the game but when it comes to the ATS the weather is worrisome. All kinds of weird things can happen in that enviornment.

As you know when playing with house $$$$ you can aford to take chances. If I was chasing my $$$$ I'd pass n the game because of the weather.

The experience difference between the teams in a big game is just too huge, to not play the Seahawks. And, the Vikes just played a big game to win the division, can they get up again?

[Darth_Pelican]

Houston +3
Steelers -3
Seahawks -5
Packers +1

[Will Hunting]

So far I've got Green Bay pick 'em and the over in Pittsburgh/Cinci (45.5). Might bet on the Seattle/Minnesota game tomorrow.

[Will Hunting]

Michael is all they need to beat the Vikes. They have already proved that.

They had Rawls in that game and he rushed for close to 100 yards iirc

[Avante]

They had Rawls in that game and he rushed for close to 100 yards iirc

Point was they can get by without Lynch.

[Will Hunting]

Point was they can get by without Lynch.

Yeah I don't think they're gonna lose or anything I'm just saying Rawls or Lynch is a much better option than what they have. That might be a factor if it's really windy there and the passing game is limited.

[Avante]

Yeah I don't think they're gonna lose or anything I'm just saying Rawls or Lynch is a much better option than what they have. That might be a factor if it's really windy there and the passing game is limited.

Michael has a career average per carry of 4.7. And he's a 220 pounder which is bigger than Lynch. I think he'll be all they need.

[Avante]

Not sure what my plays will be yet, other than this rather unique one.

I'm going to put myself in a win win situation.

I like Russell Wilson and the Seahawks (despite being a Niner fan) I'd love to see them beat Carolina. So I'll take Carolina minus the 3 110 to win 100. See what I did there? With a number that small it will come down to who wins covers. So if the Seahawks win....cool~~~~~ if they lose I win a 100 bucks....cool~~~~~~

I know what you're thinking, Carolina 24 Seattle 22, hahaha!!!!!

[AlexJones]

Chiefs +5.5
Arizona -7
Carolina ML, need compensation in case the luckiest team in football lucks one out once again.