This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on the Commanders.

If you're wagering on this game, then you know the cast of characters on each side, from the players to the coaches, and also the strengths and weaknesses of each team. And if now, then just go google a "review" article on this game, and literally millions will appear to get you up to date.

I'm a sports handicapper, not a sports broadcaster or reviewer.

I'm here to tell you why I think the Commanders can not only keep this one close, but have a legit shot at pulling off the outright upset.

The Lions finished 15-2 and closed out the regular season with three straight wins, but I say that "rest" leads to "rust" here after earning a bye in the first round.

Now that Jayden Daniels has his first NFL Playoff game under his belt, and one in which he actually won on the road in a 23-20 upset victory at Tampa as a 3-point dog, the Commanders are definitely playing with "house money" here and have nothing to lose.

The pressure, in my opinion, is on the Lions. Detroit has far exceeded expectations obviously, finishing with its best ever regular season record. But all of that will be wasted unless the Lions can make it out of the Divisional round.

These teams haven't played since 2022. There is no recent contest we can utilize to judge this game on Saturday night between the clubs, but their metrics are similar.

I think Washington's defense will keep it in this one late and while I'm not going to call for the outright win, the official call is to grab as many points as you can.

The play is on the COMMANDERS.

Good luck, NP