Sunday January 15 NFC & AFC Divisional Playoff Odds
The Sunday, January 15 NFC & AFC divisional playoff games start with the Houston Texans on the road to face the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens went 8-0 at home this year, but face a difficult Texans defense today.
The game getting all the attention today is the NFC divisional game between the New York Giants and Green Bay Packers. These teams met in week 13 in New York, and the Packers won it 38-35. The Giants defense has improved since that game, and they’ll need a huge game today if they want to win in Green Bay.
The odds below are almost certain to change by game time. For the most current betting odds for both of these January 15 divisional playoff games, visit the Sports Betting Lines homepage.
Sunday, Jan. 15 AFC Divisional Playoff Game: Texans vs. Ravens Odds
If any of the 2011 – 2012 divisional games have been overlooked this weekend, it’s this matchup of the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens come in as 7.5 point favorites, but that’s a big spread for what should be a low scoring game.
Point Spread
As I just mentioned, this is a large spread for a game that should be a defensive battle. In my opinion, this game is likely to come down to a field goal, meaning the Texans would cover the spread.
T.J. Yates has got some playing time under his belt now, and Arian Foster is a threat any time he has the ball. I’m picking the Texans to keep it close. +7.5 (-110) at JustBet.cx.
Over/Under
The over/under for this Texans vs. Ravens AFC divisional playoff game is just 37 (-110). This is expecting a lot from the defenses, requiring that both have a good day. In the end, I see at least one team breaking a few plays that put us over, so I’m betting the over of 36.5 (-110) at JustBet.cx.
If you prefer the under, get 37 (-110) at BetOnline instead.
Sunday, Jan. 15 NFC Divisional Playoff Game: Giants vs. Packers Odds
This Jan, 15 NFC Divisional Playoff game is the one everyone is waiting for. The New York Giants defense has played much better since they got beat 38-35 by the Packers in week 13. However, Aaron Rodgers is the same stud he was that day, and this time he’s playing at home. Most think the Giants will put up a good fight, but expect the Packers to win it in the end.
Point Spread
As of Sunday morning, the Green Bay Packers come in favored by 7.5 points on the spread. The best odds for the Giants point spread is +7.5 (-110) at BetOnline. For the Packers, the best spread is -7.5 (-105) at JustBet.cx.
I’m expecting the Giants to keep it close, covering the point spread. I’m betting on the Giants +7.5 (-110) at BetOnline, hoping the Giants can keep it within a touchdown.
Over/Under
The over/under on this NFC divisional playoff game between the Packers & Giants is 53 (-110) on either side at both of our recommended online sportsbooks. Although the Giants defense has played much better in recent weeks, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers will get their points. I also expect Eli Manning and the Giants offense to be affective against the weak passing defense of the Packers. I’ve predicted a scoring range of 27-24 on the low side, up to 30-27, so I’m taking the over.
I’m betting the over at BetOnline.com.
