NFC Wild Card #1: Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers defense is one of the best in the NFL and it will keep teams out of the end zone. So the onus is mainly on Quarterback Cam Newton to shrug off his inconsistencies and revert to his 2015 MVP 'Supercam' version. Christian McAfferty's development is also crucial for their success as they are not very likely to win with Newton as their leading rusher.
Superbowl Odds: 18-1
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Writer prediction: NFC Wild Card Round
AFC Wild Card #1. Tennessee Titans
The Tennessee Titans started the season well but went 1-3 in their last 4 games. they scraped into the playoffs by beating the Jacksonville Jaguars in week 17. Their defense has played well throughout the season and they need to continue doing so. Offensively, they have to make it ugly and the Offensive Line needs to control the line of scrimmage.
Superbowl Odds: 80-1
Writer Prediction: AFC Wild Card Round
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