NFL playoff predictions

Divisional Round picks

The 2016-2017 NFL championship will be decided among eight teams of which only four will survive after this weekend's action all of which will be rematches from the regular season.

There are a few teams riding hot streaks but in the end some must win, some must go back to the drawing board to prepare for next season while thinking of what could have been.

Ok, let's pick 'em!

Seattle @ Atlanta

The Falcons have kept fans interested this season and have hopes of returning to the Superbowl....but...it's the Falcons, it's the postseason and they are hosting a rejuvenated Seattle outfit that is healthier than earlier in the season.

When the two teams met in Seattle, earlier in the season, the Seahawks came away with a narrow two point win. Look for another tense battle with the Seattle birds prevailing again in a close one.

Seahawks 27-21

Houston @ New England

If only the Texans could muster a little bit of offense, this one would be a lot tougher proposition for the Patriots.

While it may not be another shutout for New England, the Texans don't look to fare much better in Foxboro.

Patriots 28-6

Green Bay @ Dallas

Ghosts of playoff/championship games past come rushing forth with this pairing. The Packers have remained near the top for the last few years while Dallas has finally returned to the postseason and they are looking to make noise.

Aaron Rogers and Co seem to be nearly destined for glory after going on a six game tear to finish the season before disposing of Dallas' bogey team, the NY Giants last weekend.

Can two rookies, Prescott and Elliott step into the post season spotlight and lead the Cowboys to another victory? It may be a little tougher than their regular season win but gonna give the Cowboys a slight edge.

Cowboys 28-26

Pittsburgh @ Kansas City

This one will close out the divisional round of rematches from regular season games. It will be closer than the Steelers' 43-14 dismantling of the Chiefs but hey...I picked to Steelers to go all the way so will have to stick with them.

Is this the season where an Andy Reid team finally breaks the hoodoo and advances in the post season?

Hmm....will be closer but going with the Steelers.

Steelers 30-28

Back next week to see who advances to the Super Bowl...enjoy the games.