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Munaf Manji and SleepyJ talk NFL Wild-Card player props. Key Points & Analysis 1. Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) Player Prop: Under 218.5 passing yards and 28.5 attempts. Analysis: Both Munaf and Sleepy emphasized Jackson's reliance on Zay Flowers, who is ruled out for the game, reducing his passing capacity. Past games against the Steelers show 207 yards per game, with Flowers contributing heavily. Predictions lean on Derrick Henry’s ground game to alleviate Jackson's workload. 2. Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills) Player Prop: Over 43.5 rushing yards. Analysis: Allen’s rushing effectiveness during playoffs is notable, exceeding 54 rushing yards in 4 of 5 wild-card games. Against Denver, a scrambling quarterback like Allen is expected to exploit their defense's relative inexperience with such players. Historically, Allen has averaged 102 rushing yards across three games versus Denver. 3. Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles) Player Prop: Under 37.5 rushing yards. Analysis: Sleepy noted concerns about Hurts' recent concussion, suggesting the Eagles might limit risky plays to protect their quarterback for deeper postseason games. Philadelphia’s reliance on weapons like Saquon Barkley, A.J. Brown, and Devonta Smith reinforces the prediction of reduced quarterback rushing. 4. Jalen Warren (Pittsburgh Steelers) Player Prop: Over 20.5 receiving yards. Analysis: Munaf highlighted Warren’s role as a consistent passing option, especially given Pittsburgh's struggles against the Ravens’ formidable run defense. Historical matchups reveal Warren exceeding 20.5 receiving yards in both games against the Ravens this season. 5. Jalen Naylor (Minnesota Vikings) Player Prop: Over 17.5 receiving yards. Analysis: The Rams’ vulnerability to slot receivers underpins this prediction. Naylor’s efficiency in limited targets—regularly achieving 18+ yard receptions—suggests he could cover this in one or two plays. 6. Zach Ertz (Washington Commanders) Player Prop: Over 38.5 receiving yards. Analysis: Tampa Bay's weakness against tight ends is well-documented, allowing 67 yards per game on average. With rookie quarterback Jaden Daniels seeking a reliable option, Ertz's veteran presence could make him a focal point in the passing game. 7. Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams) Player Prop: Over 240.5 passing yards. Analysis: Stafford has playoff experience and key targets like Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua against Minnesota's secondary. His past performances in playoff games (averaging over 280 yards) align with the Vikings’ struggles against passing offenses. Statistical and Team Insights Ravens: Transitioning reliance on Derrick Henry for playoff resilience. Bills: Allen’s rushing underlines their offensive versatility. Steelers: Warren complements a struggling passing game with consistency in short-yardage gains. Eagles: Careful deployment of Hurts reflects long-term playoff strategy. Vikings: Utilize lesser-known players like Naylor to exploit defensive mismatches. Rams: Passing is key against the Vikings’ weak secondary. Structure & Utility Each prop analysis included clear reasoning, historical trends, and context-based predictions, offering actionable insights for bettors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices