Lions host Commanders in NFC Divisional Playoffs

The Detroit Lions are set to face the Washington Commanders in the NFC Divisional Round, as both teams aim for a shot at the Super Bowl. The Lions, boasting a strong 15-2 record, are favored to win following their bye week as the NFC's No. 1 seed, while the Commanders are coming off a wild-card victory over the Buccaneers, marking their first playoff win since 2006. Key players for the Lions include Jared Goff, who is close to breaking several postseason records, and rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, who has been a standout performer with six touchdowns in recent games. Meanwhile, the Commanders will rely on their defensive strategies to counter the Lions' potent running game, which features both Gibbs and David Montgomery. The game takes place on January 19 at 1am GMT, with betting odds reflecting the Lions as 9.5-point favorites. Fans can catch the action live through various streaming platforms.