Richard Sherman and Mitch analyze every Divisional Round matchup in this NFL playoff preview, with predictions, key matchups, betting lines, and storylines for San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears, Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos, and Houston Texans vs. New England Patriots. He discusses the NFC West rivalry, Brock Purdy vs. Mike Macdonald’s defense, Sam Darnold’s playoff pressure, George Kittle’s injury, and the Seahawks defense as a potential game-changer. Sherman covers Rams vs. Bears in cold Chicago conditions, Caleb Williams’ creativity, Matthew Stafford’s playoff pedigree, Ben Johnson’s offense, turnovers, and the advantage of cold-weather running. In the AFC, he previews Bills vs. Broncos, Josh Allen vs. Patrick Surtain, Bo Nix’s challenge, Denver’s defense, James Cook’s role, and Texans vs. Patriots, focusing on Houston’s defense, C.J. Stroud’s growth, Drake Maye’s playoff debut, and the impact of momentum and pass rush. The episode covers betting spreads, injury news, quarterback pressure, defense, and postseason experience.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.