San Francisco 49ers vs Green Bay Packers Prediction NFL Picks 1-20-24

The Green Bay Packers and the San Francisco 49ers meet on Saturday in NFL Divisional Round postseason action from Levi’s Stadium. Green Bay managed to go just 9-8 this regular season, eking into the playoffs on a Wild Card berth. The Packers would then stun the Cowboys in an upset win last weekend. As for San Francisco, they’re coming off a 12-5 campaign for a first-place finish in the NFC West. Let’s get into our Packers vs. 49ers prediction. Check back all season long for free NFL picks at Sports Chat Place.

Green Bay Packers

The Packers managed a rough 3-6 stretch to start out their regular-season campaign. Green Bay found their form later in the year however, winning six of their final eight games versus the Chargers, Lions, Chiefs, Panthers, Vikings and Bears. During the year, the Packers averaged 22.5 points per game on offense while giving up 20.6 points per game on the other side.

In their Wild Card Round matchup versus the heavily-favored Cowboys, Green Bay jumped out to a 27-7 edge by halftime. The Packers were able to hang on for a stunning 48-32 victory. Quarterback Jordan Love finished with 272 yards and three scores, while Aaron Jones rushed for 118 yards and three touchdowns of his own. Romeo Doubs led the receivers with six catches for 151 yards and a score as well.

Green Bay Packers Team Facts

• The Packers have won each of their last four games as underdogs.
• The Packers have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games against NFC West opponents.
• The Packers have scored the first touchdown in each of their last nine games.
• The Packers have won the first quarter in each of their last three games against teams that held a winning record.
• The Packers have won the first half in each of their last nine games against NFC West opponents.

San Francisco 49ers

Over on the 49ers’ side, their year started on a 5-3 stretch. San Francisco would then hit a six game win streak over the Jaguars, Buccaneers, Seahawks (twice), Eagles and Cardinals before finishing off the season at 1-2 over the final three outings. This year the 49ers are scoring 28.9 points per game while allowing 17.5 points per game. In the passing game, San Francisco has scored 33 times with 12 interceptions. On the ground they’ve got 27 touchdowns.

In their final matchup of the regular season, the 49ers took on the Rams. San Francisco was up 20-7 at the break, but didn’t score from there in a 21-20 loss. Sam Darnold threw for 189 yards with one TD, while Elijah Mitchell added 14 carries for 52 yards and a score. Chris Conley caught three balls for 69 yards to top the receivers.

San Francisco 49ers Team Facts

• The 49ers have won 16 of their last 17 home games against NFC opponents.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the 49ers’ last 10 games.
• The 49ers have scored the first touchdown in each of their last six home games against NFC opponents.
• The 49ers have won the first quarter in four of their last five home games against teams that held a winning record.
• The 49ers have won the first half in each of their last seven games against NFC opponents.

Matchup/League Facts

• The 49ers ranked T1st in the NFL in interceptions during the reg. season (22).
• The 49ers ranked 1st in the NFL in red zone percentage during the reg. season (67.2%).
• The Packers ranked 1st in the NFL in kickoff return yards per game during the reg. season (46.1).
• The Packers ranked 1st in the NFL in Q3 points per game during the reg. season (6.8).

ANDREW’S FREE PACKERS VS 49ERS PREDICTION

I’ll take a stab on the Packers here. Green Bay has really found their stride over the last nine games, and they’re playing their best football of the season right now. In the win over the Cowboys, the Packers gave up 510 yards (387 passing) and 37 first downs but much of it came late in the game during garbage time. Green Bay was otherwise able to minimize the damage with two turnovers and a defensive score. That makes 33 or more points in three of the last four games for the Packers, and they’re likely going to have to keep that run going on Saturday.

As for San Francisco, they’ve been fairly quiet on the scoreboard over the past three games with 20 or fewer points in two of those matchups. That said, the 49ers will be ready for this one and well-rested for a comfortable game at Levi’s Stadium. In all likelihood San Francisco will win this one, but I think Green Bay can get close enough to cover if they continue to play well.