NFL Wild Card Weekend Lines: Matchups, Odds, and Storylines to Watch

The 2024-25 NFL Playoff bracket is officially set. With the Chiefs and Lions claiming the top seeds in their respective conferences, they’ll enjoy a bye while the rest of the field dukes it out over three days of Wild Card games.

The opening odds, courtesy of BetMGM, have been released for Super Wild Card Weekend. Here are the matchups and the betting lines for what promises to be an unforgettable start to the postseason.

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Saturday, January 11

Los Angeles Chargers (5) at Houston Texans (4) — 4:30 p.m. ET

• Moneyline: LAC (-155) | Houston (+130)
• Spread: Chargers -3 (-108) | Texans +3 (-112)
• Total: 43.5 — Over (-105) | Under (-115)

The Chargers come in as road favorites, a rarity for a 5-seed in the NFL playoffs. While Justin Herbert and company bring a high-powered offense, the Texans have been feisty all season under rookie QB Caleb Williams. Expect this game to hinge on whether Houston can keep pace offensively.

Pittsburgh Steelers (6) at Baltimore Ravens (3) — 8 p.m. ET

• Moneyline: Pittsburgh (+380) | Baltimore (-500)
• Spread: Steelers +9.5 (-110) | Ravens -9.5 (-110)
• Total: 45.5 — Over (-110) | Under (-110)

It’s a classic NFL / AFC North slugfest. The Ravens have been rolling behind MVP candidate Lamar Jackson, while the Steelers limp into the playoffs on a four-game skid. The 9.5-point spread reflects the disparity, but don’t count out Mike Tomlin’s ability to keep things close in a rivalry game.

Sunday, January 12

Denver Broncos (7) at Buffalo Bills (2) — 1 p.m. ET

• Moneyline: Denver (+340) | Buffalo (-440)
• Spread: Broncos +8.5 (-108) | Bills -8.5 (-112)
• Total: 47.5 — Over (-110) | Under (-110)

Sean Payton’s Broncos squeezed into the playoffs, but their reward is a trip to Buffalo to face a red-hot Josh Allen. Buffalo is a heavy favorite for a reason, and this game could turn into a blowout if Denver’s offense struggles early.

Green Bay Packers (7) at Philadelphia Eagles (2) — 4:30 p.m. ET

• Moneyline: Green Bay (+170) | Philadelphia (-205)
• Spread: Packers +5.5 (-115) | Eagles -5.5 (-105)
• Total: 46.5 — Over (-115) | Under (-105)

The Packers’ playoff hopes took a hit when QB Jordan Love left Week 18 with an elbow injury. Meanwhile, the Eagles, led by Jalen Hurts, are favorites at home. Philly’s balanced attack and ferocious defense make them a tough out in front of the South Philly faithful.

Washington Commanders (6) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3) — 8 p.m. ET

• Moneyline: Washington (+150) | Tampa Bay (-180)
• Spread: Commanders +3.5 (-118) | Buccaneers -3.5 (-102)
• Total: 50.5 — Over (-110) | Under (-110)

Rookie QB Jayden Daniels leads Washington into Tampa for a rematch of their Week 1 showdown. The Bucs edged out a win in that game, but both teams have evolved since then. The Commanders are live underdogs here if Daniels can rise to the occasion.

Monday, January 13

Minnesota Vikings (5) at Los Angeles Rams (4) — 8 p.m. ET

• Moneyline: Minnesota (-125) | LAR (+105)
• Spread: Vikings -1.5 (-115) | Rams +1.5 (-105)
• Total: 47.5 — Over (-102) | Under (-118)

The closest matchup on paper, the Vikings and Rams face off in what should be a tight game. Both teams have dynamic offenses, but the Rams’ defense, led by Aaron Donald, could be the difference-maker in this one.

What to Watch for Across the NFL

• Can Jordan Love suit up for Green Bay? If not, the Eagles could roll to an easy victory.
• How will rookie QBs Caleb Williams (Texans) and Jayden Daniels (Commanders) handle playoff pressure?
• Will Lamar Jackson continue his MVP form? The Ravens are heavily favored for a reason, but can they deliver?

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