2020 NFL Playoff picks, score predictions for Divisional Round

Tennessee Titans (6) at Baltimore Ravens (1)

Saturday, January 11, 8:15PM ET

First off, I want to thank the Tennessee Titans for taking care of the New England Patriots. It’s the end of an era, as the dynasty appears to on its deathbed — especially if Tom Brady doesn’t return. With that said, I don’t think they’ll survive a showdown with the Baltimore Ravens.

However, I will say that it should be an amazing game. This Titans team is one worth rooting for. They’ve got one of the league’s best (and most underrated) running backs in Derrick Henry, and a smart, instinctive defense that has a knack for creating big plays. Oh, and then there’s the resurgent Ryan Tannehill and Tennessee’s solid passing game.

When it all comes down to it, though, I can’t go against Lamar Jackson. Tennessee’s defense has done a good job of bending without breaking this season, but they’ve yet to see a quarterback like Jackson. With his dual-threat abilities and tendency to create wow plays, the second-year gunslinger should be ready to run roughshod over this Titans D.

Mike Vrabel will have his defense as ready as it can be, and will likely even have a few tricks up his sleeve. Unfortunately, it won’t be enough. Jackson will work his usual magic, and the Baltimore D will make just enough stops to give the Ravens the edge.

Prediction: Ravens win 23-17