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NFL Wild Card: Big Favorites & Close Spreads

The NFL postseason is heating up with Wild Card Weekend, featuring the Los Angeles Rams as favorites against the Carolina Panthers, and the Green Bay Packers facing the Chicago Bears in a tight matchup. The Buffalo Bills visit the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Philadelphia Eagles host the San Francisco 49ers. The New England Patriots welcome the Los Angeles Chargers, and the Houston Texans face the Pittsburgh Steelers. Lines are still pending for the Steelers game. Expect sharp bets and shifting lines as the weekend unfolds, setting the stage for deeper playoff drama.

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