LAR (10-7) #4 at PHI (14-3) #2
The Rams have been playing great football for the last 6-8 weeks, and had all cylinders firing last week. They certainly have their work cut out to do the same in Philly, but if they play as inspired as they did their last game, they have a good chance.
Philly still remains explosive on offense both rushing and passing, but they were somewhat lethargic vs the Packers. 169 rushing yards is nothing to sneeze at, but 121 passing yards is weak sauce.
Their defense was similar. Good, but not great. 3 INTs was strong, but only 2 sacks isn't particularly impressive.
As always, this game will be won/lost in the trenches. Try to limit Barkley to <100 yards would be a good goal. The more Hurts can be forced to throw, the more opportunities for TOs.
The Rams OL will have to protect Stafford long enough to complete some passes downfield. He can tear their secondary up if he has the time.
BAL (12-5) #3 at BUF (13-4) #2
For as good as the Wash/Det game turned out to be, this one might be off the charts!
2 powerful offenses led by MVP candidate QBs vs 2 suspect defenses.
The only advantage for either team that I can see is the Ravens are a bit better at rushing, but they are otherwise ranked very close in passing yards and scoring.
Neither teams defends the pass well; the Ravens are horrid (ranked 31st) but they are best in league at defending the rush (a tick over 80 yds/game). And it's not even close, the next best team allows over 13 yards more per game!
It will boil down to the Bills OL protecting Allen. If he's got time to throw downfield, he can kill the Ravens. If they can't provide that, Allen will take a beating, but won't give up.
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