NFL Playoffs 2017: Wild Card Schedule and Predictions for Divisional Bracket

January 4, 2017   ·   Steve Silverman   ·   Jump to comments

Give the NFL credit for its Wild Card Weekend schedule, because it certainly knows how to build to a crescendo.
The first two games on Saturday are not quite as compelling as the two on Sunday, but there is some notable drama.
The Oakland Raiders, who fell to the No. 5 seed after losing to the Denver Broncos in the season finale, go on the road to take on the Houston Texans.
Both teams have major quarterback issues, and the team that gets the most consistent play from the position is likely to survive and advance.
Derek Carr suffered a broken fibula in Week 16, and backup Matt McGloin injured his trapezius against the Broncos. Rookie Connor Cook filled in after McGloin got hurt, and it has not been determined whether Cook or McGloin will get the call on Saturday. Much will depend on how much progress McGloin makes this week.
Tom Savage suffered a concussion in Houston's Week 17 game against the Tennessee Titans, and he was replaced by previous starter Brock Osw...

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