Football fans and bettors are looking at some interesting mismatches in the NFL Divisional Round. The Washington Commanders are likely to be underdogs (+9. 5) against the Detroit Lions. Despite the tough challenge, betting on the Commanders might be smart. Jayden Daniels, the Commanders' quarterback, is good at keeping games close. Also, the Commanders have been playing better defense recently, which could help keep the game within a touchdown.

The Houston Texans also have a good chance of covering the spread (+8. 5) against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs won their last matchup against the Texans, but the spread was just 3. 5 points. If the Texans can find ways to use their wide receiver Nico Collins more effectively and avoid bad interceptions, they could keep the game close. Houston’s defense looked strong in their last game, intercepting Justin Herbert four times. That kind of performance could help them hang tight in this tough matchup.

It's also worth noting that recent trends show betting against the Chiefs has been profitable, which adds to the Texans' favorability. This shows that even when facing tough teams, smart strategies can help underdogs stay competitive.

How Commanders & Texans Can Surprise in NFL Playoffs Odd-on Matches

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