NFL Super Wild Card Weekend Picks and Predictions

(7) Chicago Bears at (2) New Orleans Saints

What to watch for: The Saints (12-4) have had Alvin Kamara putting up some terrific performances over the course of the season, including a 6-touchdown outing on Christmas Day. The electrifying running back is the definition of a game-changer and has been the driving force behind a highly successful Saints season.

Kamara has been sidelined recently due to his inclusion on the COVID-19/Reserve list as a result of a positive test. The Saints caught a break with the schedule, as their game is set for Super Wild Card Weekend's Sunday afternoon time slot. This is notable because a positive COVID test immediately removes a player from action for 10 days. Kamara is eligible to return on Sunday, but would not be have been eligible were the game to be played Saturday. Saints coach Sean Payton has said that Kamara will be a game-time decision, because while Kamara is eligible, he has not practiced in over a week. Regardless of Kamara's status, the Saints should roll over the Bears (8-8) here.

Prediction: Saints 31, Bears 17

Saints RB Alvin Kamara