Lions Host Commanders in Historic Divisional Playoff

In the NFL Divisional Round, the Detroit Lions will host the Washington Commanders, marking the first playoff appearance for Detroit as the NFC's No. 1 seed. Lions quarterback Jared Goff expressed confidence in the team's preparation for this crucial matchup, where they are favored by 9 points. Washington, coming off its first postseason victory since 2005, faces challenges with its third consecutive road game. Meanwhile, other matchups include the Texans taking on the Chiefs, where Kansas City is expected to dominate again following their previous win. The playoff landscape features several rematches, but the Lions-Commanders game remains unique as they haven't faced each other this season. Analysts predict a strong performance from Detroit, especially as they recover key players from injuries.