Championship Round NFL Picks

The big dogs rolled last weekend in the divisional round as the both top seeds, the Chiefs and Eagles, punched their tickets to the championship games. Meanwhile, the legend of Joe Burrow grew once more as he led the Bengals to a dominating win over the Bills on the road. The stage is set for championship weekend, so let's dive into the games.

**All betting lines from bet365.com** (Updated Jan. 29)

San Francisco 49ers (15-4) @ Philadelphia Eagles (15-3)

The Eagles were able to run the ball with ease last week against the Giants, and how much success they have on the ground again will likely be the deciding factor in this game. We know that Jalen Hurts can sling it, but is he 100 percent healed from that shoulder injury and will he have to rely on his legs to have success against the Niners' speedy linebacker core? I think one thing being overlooked in this game is how the Eagles have had consistent play from their offensive and defensive lines this season and when it comes down to it, I think they are the more well-rounded team on the field this Sunday. Look for Hurts to outplay rookie Brock Purdy in what could come down to a late 4th quarter score. Pick: Eagles, 24-17.

Line: Eagles -2.5

ML: Eagles

Spread: Eagles

Cincinnati Bengals (14-4) @ Kansas City Chiefs (15-3)

History repeats itself as the Bengals and Chiefs will meet for the second straight year in the AFC Championship game at Arrowhead Stadium. There has been plenty of color commentary in the media this week, and even some coy remarks by the Cincinnati mayor that surely will be pinned up on the bulletin board in the Chiefs' locker room. It's amazing that Burrow is 3-0 against Patrick Mahomes and interestingly enough, all three of those wins were 4th quarter comebacks. I have to say the Bengals look deeper and more polished on defense than the team that reached the Super Bowl last year. When it comes down to it, I think Mahomes' ability to move around the pocket and make big time plays could be hampered by the ankle injury he suffered last week and that could be the difference here. Pick: Bengals, 27-24.

Line: Chiefs -1.5

ML: Bengals

Spread: Bengals

Results

Divisional Round

ML: 3-1

ATS: 1-3

Overall

ML: 187-94

ATS: 145-127-9