The NFC Championship game will two of the best teams in the NFL this season.
The Philadelphia Eagles finished the regular season 14-3, while the San Francisco 49ers were 13-4, and won 12 straight games.
Both of these teams feature two of the best rosters in the NFL.
Likewise, both have inexperienced quarterbacks who are making their championship game debuts.
This should be a four-quarter battle with a few key plays deciding the outcome.
Here are two bold predictions for the NFC Championship Game.
Christian McCaffrey Totals 200+ yards
The 49ers traded for Christian McCaffrey this year for games like this.
They needed an explosive playmaker at running back, and they paid a premium to get him.
McCaffrey has been nothing short of amazing during his time in San Francisco.
Christian McCaffrey has scored a touchdown in eight straight games, the longest streak by a @49ers player since Terrell Owens in 1998. pic.twitter.com/6qKFYzPGzE
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) January 23, 2023
He should once again be a focal point on Sunday.
If the Eagles’ defense has a weakness it is against the run.
So McCaffrey should have some room to work with in this game.
He is also an elite receiver, and Kyle Shanahan makes sure to move him around the offense.
This game should see plenty of McCaffrey early and often.
Jalen Hurts Scores 3 Rushing Touchdowns
The Philadelphia Eagles are a heavy-run team.
The legs of quarterback, Jalen Hurts are a big reason for their success in that area.
He has success in both designed runs, and scramble plays.
Jalen Hurts is *that* guy!
One of the best @Eagles plays this season! pic.twitter.com/BQW8J679RN
— NFL UK (@NFLUK) January 28, 2023
Hurts was second in the league in rushing touchdowns this season with 13.
Around the goalline, the Eagles are sure to call Hurts’ number.
Plus, the 49ers’ defense has not seen a rushing quarterback like Hurts since facing Justin Fields in Week 1.
With the vaunted 49ers pass rush, Hurts should be able to escape the pocket and have room to run all day.
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