Maurice Jones-Drew: The Philadelphia Eagles were suspended from the playoffs last week after falling to the Cowboys, but they take the opportunity to play Sunday night against Washington. The defense of the football team, which is fourth in the allowed meters and fifth in the allowed points, becomes a sieve against Jalen Hurts. Philly’s new QB1 lightens Ron Rivera’s unit for 380 yards and five total touchdowns.
Nate Burleson: The Dallas Cowboys need help from the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night, but they will do business against the New York Giants to give themselves a chance at the division crown. Andy Dalton, who has had at least two TDs in each of the last three games of the Cowboys (everyone wins), continues his hot streak with 350 passing yards and three touchdowns against a Giants defense that is fourth in the red zone .
Joe Thomas: The Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers and sent Cleveland to the playoffs for the first time since 2002. It’s the defense that shows great to ensure the victory. While Ben Roethlisberger rests on Sunday, Browns Steelers backup maker Rudolph is holding on to just 150 passing yards to help end their drought after the season.
Brian Baldinger: The 4-11 Houston Texans take down the 10-5 Tennessee Titans, leaving the door open for the Indianapolis Colts to clinch the AFC South. Houston’s victory will be fueled by its two biggest stars: Deshaun Watson and JJ Watt. Watson put together an incredible season, despite the team’s record, while Sunday’s game could very well be Watt’s last game in Houston. On top of that, I guess the fiery speech he made earlier in the week will make his teammates wave. Oh, and one more thing: the Titans’ Swiss cheese defense must allow Watson to end his outstanding 2020 campaign on a high note.
Marc Ross: No Jared Goff. No Cooper Kupp. No problem for the Los Angeles rams. John Wolford shines in his NFL debut, placing 250 passing yards and a couple of times to help the Rams beat Arizona and secure a playoff spot. Wolford gets a lot of help from his defense because it limits a bumpy Kyler Murray. The Cardinals’ attack is only being held for less than 20 points for the third time this season.