Pack, G-Men, Pats, Bolts All Advance To Semis

Green Bay took no time in getting over Ryan Grant's two early fumbles. In fact, they solved the problem the same way they started it -- by giving Grant the ball. As the snow fell in Lambeau, Grant rumbled for over 200 yards and a predictable cold weather win for the Pack. Green Bay 42-Seattle 20

New England let Jacksonville hang around for a while, and even though wily David Garrard made plays happen as best as he could, Brady and Moss were just too much for him. Surprise, surprise. New England 31-Jacksonville 20

San Diego and Indy traded leads back and forth for the majority of the game until replacements Billy Volek (QB) and Michael Turner (RB) brought the Chargers to a 28-24 advantage. The San Diego defense then held the Colts potent offense on two consecutive possessions in order to get the huge win over the defending champions. San Diego 28-Indianapolis 24

Dallas led often and controlled the pace of the game, but failed to score in the 4th quarter. The Giants put a late TD on the board and Dallas couldn't respond as Romo threw a last second end zone interception. New York 21-Dallas 17

NFL Divisional Previews

Seattle-Green Bay: This should be a snoozer of a game. Seattle comes in after eeking out a win over the Redskins, while Green Bay stumbled awkwardly into its #2 position. However, I do expect Brett Favre to return to form in this game, putting in a performance good enough to win. The Packers D should be able to stymie Shaun Alexander, too. Packers 31-Seattle 13

Jacksonville-New England: While the Jags have long been the sexy pick to dethrone the Pats, and while they showed incredible resiliency last week against the Steelers, we ARE talking about the Patriots. You know...Brady, Moss, Maroney? Pats will destroy these doubters with a big win. Patriots 34-Jaguars 9

Indianapolis-San Diego: San Diego almost lost last week before finally turning on against the Titans. If they don't start quick against the Colts, they won't have a chance. Marvin Harrison should be back and looking to make a splash. Colts 45-Chargers 22

Dallas-New York: New York looked great against Tampa Bay. They should look great against Dallas. But if Terrell Owens is back, it won't be enough. Expect Romo to almost blow this game, but hold on for a close one. Cowboys 21-Giants 17

Giants, Chargers Prevail And Move To Divisionals

Eli Manning silenced his critics with a stellar 20 for 27 performance, accounting for two touchdowns and zero interceptions. With a day that good, he didn't need help from Plaxico Burress or Brandon Jacobs, who were relatively quiet in the victory. Jeff Garcia's Buccaneers didn't play poorly -- they just didn't play well enough to win. Two interceptions and a fumble by Garcia alone were enough to do in the home team. The Giants roll into Dallas on the heels of this 24-14 victory.

The Chargers looked sloppy early as the rain poured in San Diego, going into the half down by six. The second half was a different story as Philip Rivers, Chris Chambers, and unknown Vincent Jackson put on a passing and receiving clinic. The trio, with a little help from L.T., racked up 17 straight points and look to be strong competition for the Indianapolis Colts.

With these victories, the four playoff match ups are as follows:

NFC:
Dallas-New York
Green Bay-Seattle

AFC:
New England-Jacksonville
Indianapolis-San Diego