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Elite Sports NY’s 2016 NFL Playoffs preview, predictions: Eli Manning looks for third title

Robby Sabo
Elite Sports NY's 2016 NFL Playoffs preview, predictions: Eli Manning looks for third title 1
Dec 22, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) huddles up his team against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. The Philadelphia Eagles won 24-19. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Detroit, MI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

NFC Championship Game

4. Green Bay Packers (12-6) @ 3. Seattle Seahawks (12-5-1)

In the NFC’s version of Championship Sunday, the Seattle Seahawks will complete their interesting journey through the tournament (if all goes according to plan). They’ll first play at home, then go to Atlanta, and then return home to host the Pack in the NFC title game.

Unlike two seasons ago, however, in which Russell Wilson and the Hawks devastated the Packers with a late onside kick, this time will be extremely different.

Without Earl Thomas, Rodgers is going to slice up the Seahawks defense on the road. It’ll be one of the most legendary games in playoff QB history. At this point in the game, Seattle, who had gotten to this point on sheer will, will be severely outmatched by the hottest team on the planet, one that comes in with an eight-game winning streak.

Packers 41, Seahawks 14

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Robby Sabo
Robby Sabo

Robby Sabo is a co-founder, CEO and credentialed New York Jets content creator for Jets X-Factor - Jet X, which includes Sabo's Sessions (in-depth film breakdowns) and Sabo with the Jets. Host: Underdog Jets Podcast with Wayne Chrebet and Sabo Radio. Member: Pro Football Writers of America. Coach: Port Jervis (NY) High School. Washed up strong safety and 400M runner. SEO: XL Media. Founder: Elite Sports NY - ESNY (Sold in 2020). SEO: XL Media.

Email: robby.sabo[at]jetsxfactor.com