Baltimore is set to host Kansas City in this Sunday's AFC Championship Game, and it's gearing up to be a real clash of the titans as Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes face off in the postseason for the first time. The stakes are high, with only one of them able to keep their team's Super Bowl dreams alive.
Lamar Jackson comes into this game as the Super Bowl MVP odds favorite, and rightfully so after a stellar season that saw him clinch the NFL MVP odds as well. His unique dual-threat abilities are a major reason why we're picking the Ravens in our Super Bowl predictions, even though we know the Chiefs will bring the heat with their elite offense against Baltimore's top-tier defense.
Now, let's get to the good stuff – our Chiefs vs. Ravens NFL player props for the AFC Championship Game. Here are the exciting bets to keep an eye on:
Lamar Jackson Over 65.5 rushing yards (-110 via BetMGM) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This isn't just about Jackson's brilliance as a designed rusher, but it's also about his ability to respond to blitz-heavy game plans. In the AFC Divisional Round, he faced a whopping 75% blitz rate and still managed to deliver with 120 passing yards and two touchdowns. Not to mention, he ran it 11 times for 100 yards, showcasing his elusive moves against the blitz. Expect more of the same against the Chiefs.
January 28, 2024
Isiah Pacheco Over 14.5 rush attempts (-110 via bet365) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Chiefs' offense might not be the same as before, but Isiah Pacheco and the run game have stepped up. In the last game against the Buffalo Bills, Pacheco ran 15 attempts for 97 yards and a touchdown, making it his seventh game with at least 15 carries in the last eight contests. The Ravens' defense, though elite, has shown vulnerability against the run, and Pacheco is likely to exploit that.
Travis Kelce Under 62.5 receiving yards (-110 via bet365) ⭐⭐⭐ The Ravens love playing with light boxes, and with three safeties and top-notch coverage linebackers, they are a nightmare for tight ends. Travis Kelce, not in his prime form this year, faces a tough challenge as the Ravens allowed just 47.3 yards per game to opposing tight ends in the regular season. This under might just be the play to watch.
Isaiah Likely to score a touchdown (+410 via FanDuel) ⭐⭐⭐ Here's a little bonus for you. Isaiah Likely has been a touchdown-scoring machine, finding the end zone in five of his last six games. With star tight end Mark Andrews' uncertain status, Likely has emerged as a key red-zone target. At +410 odds on FanDuel, it's a tempting bet that's hard to pass up.
January 28, 2024
So, buckle up for an action-packed AFC Championship Game as these player props add an extra layer of excitement to the showdown between the Ravens and the Chiefs.
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