Predictions For NFL Championship Sunday: Bet on 49ers being 'Good as Gould'; Chiefs, Mahomes walking through the Bengals

What's an NFL Championship Sunday without making any wild predictions, especially from someone who takes great pleasure in analyzing betting information, to help you make smart and educated bets? 

Besides, short of Travis Kelce stealing Joe Burrow's helmet before kickoff and Nick Bosa getting lost on his way to Levi's Stadium, just about anything is possible on NFL 2023 Championship Sunday.

(You might want to check with your favorite sportsbook for updated lines, but the last time I refreshed the Chiefs (-1) and Eagles (-2.5) were favs to meet in Arizona on Feb. 12th.) 

Here are my (serious) predictions with a betting slant, of course. Please bet responsibly and within reason. :  

🏈 'Good as Gould': 49ers kicker Robbie Gould, who has never missed a playoff kick in 67 tries, will nail a game-winning FG as time runs out in regulation. So, go find yourself a Robbie Gould prop for Championship Sunday. After, you bet he never pays for another drink in the Bay Area. 

🏈 'Hot for Arizona': Kansas City All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce is going to torch the Bengals all day. Kelce, who led all tight ends in catches (110), receiving yards (1,338) and touchdowns (12) this season, is a safe bet to catch a lot of passes on Sunday. And it doesn't matter, if its Patrick Mahomes or Chad Henne throwing Kelce the football. Please, take the over on Travis Kelce receptions on Championship Sunday. 

🏈 Super Running Game: The 49ers were a ridiculous 14-1 SU and 12-3 ATS when they outrushed their opponents this season. The Eagles were 10-0 SU when they outrushed their opponents this season. All told, the 49ers and Eagles did a nice job of riding their respective offensive lines, while hiding their quarterbacks (Jalen Hurts, Brock Purdy). Only, I'm trusting the better coach in this spot (Kyle Shanahan) to get it done again and help the 49ers plan for Arizona. So, look for Christian McCaffrey to go off.

🏈 Chiefs 34, Bengals 20: Stop praying for Patrick Mahomes. I'm betting the Chiefs will be just fine vs. the Bengals, with or without their star quarterback on Championship Sunday.

🏈 49ers 23, Eagles 20: Bet on Robbie Gould wrapping up a physical NFC title game with a FG to send the 49ers to the Super Bowl, and get Kyle Shanahan one step closer to forever redemption. 

Championship Sunday Betting Preview: Will Patrick Mahomes' injury really be a factor vs. the Bengals?

Championship Sunday is here and it has  enough storylines to make NFL bettors want to wrap their ankles in cold ice and search for Brock Purdy on their iPads, before praying for Patrick Mahomes if you have a big bet on the Chiefs to win it all . 

That's after you store the number '13' in the back of your heads, and study the history of the Miami Dolphins for the next 72 hours, because somehow the Dolphins are going to work their way into how this year's Super Bowl is going to play out ..

Seriously, there are plenty of legit questions you should be pondering about Championship Sunday, only none of them should begin with Patrick Mahomes' high ankle sprain. That's just cold ice for your favorite ESPN talking head to throw all over an educated opinion.

Instead, you should be reminding yourself that the Bengals led the Bills by a score of 14-0 after the first quarter last Sunday. After, making sure you know the 49ers have won 12 straight games, including seven of those 12 games with Brock Purdy as their starting QB.

Now, go look up Pete Rose and Chad Henne.. but not necessarily in that order. 

Happy Championship Sunday, everyone..

Playoffs: 7-1

Regular Season: 31-14-1

Overall: 38-15-1 

49ers @ Eagles (-2.5, Total: 46): For all about the high ankle sprain heard around the world, little has been said about Jalen Hurts' sprained shoulder, including last week as the Eagles toyed with the Giants. 

But 154 passing yards from Hurts, who may or may not be playing with a serious injury, won't get it done against a 49ers defense with more than enough depth to pressure Hurts and be able to run with Philly's speedy receivers all day. Hurts, who has had the luxury of playing from in front for much of the season, could be in for a rough day, if the Eagles offensive line gives in even for a sec .

I also suspect Kyle Shanahan finds a way to hide Brock Purdy as much as possible by putting the ball in the hands of Christian McCaffrey and Eli Mitchell, if completely healthy. San Francisco has been the better team for much of the season, not to mention has played a slightly tougher schedule as of late. Despite traveling across the country to play the NFC's No. 1 seed in an early game, the 49ers are just a slight road 'dog in this spot. Something smells really bad, so give me the points with the road underdogs, por favor.

Bengals (-1, Total: 47) @ Chiefs : So, the Bengals, who have won three straight games against the Chiefs, are suddenly 'America's Team' because they beat a fraudulent and overvalued Bills team on the road .. a week after surviving against the harmless Ravens.

I'm not sure, I'm buying all the hype behind the Bengals, who jumped out as slight road favs here because of the uncertainty surrounding Patrick Mahomes' high ankle sprain. 

Only I'm betting Mahomes plays and Kansas City, home 'dogs for only the second time all season, will eventually wear down the Bengals with an effective running game and plenty of Travis Kelce. And if Mahomes can't go the whole way, I trust Chad Henne to do just enough to help send the Bengals packing for the hills. (Looking to connect or have a question/feedback? It would be great to hear from you on here.)

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Own The Perfect Fit On Championship Sunday

Ready to style the look of a real player while you root on your favorite NFL team on Championship Sunday, whether you plan to be inside Levi's Stadium or searching for the perfect fit from your couch in Cincinnati? 

Own and wear the perfect fit now with any of these four officially licenced, NFL fitted caps, all guaranteed to make you feel as cool as Joe Burrow or Kyle Shanahan, if not more exclusive than Brock Purdy, no matter what team you're rooting for on Championship Sunday.

🏈 49ers New Era Cream Chrome Color Dim 59FIFTY Fitted Cap: Even Kyle Shanahan would request a selfie, if you were wearing a 49ers New Era Cream Chrome Color Dim 59FIFTY Fitted Cap, a stylish fitted cap featuring the 49ers embroidery on the front panels, the NFL shield and a trendy high crown - all a perfect fit to really get you in the mood for Brock Purdy's next touchdown pass. The 49ers New Era Cream Chrome Color Dim 59FIFTY Fitted Cap is also 100 % polyester material, which means you can wipe it clean with a damp cloth before running into Jerry Rice in the end zone.

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> 🏈 Cincinnati Bengals New Era Graphite Storm II 59FIFTY Fitted Cap: Feel as cool as your favorite Joe with this Cincinnati Bengals New Era Graphite Storm II 59FIFTY Fitted Caps, which comes compete with a six panels with eyelets, a high crown and flat bill. Just a perfect fit for the Bengals next move in Kansas City!! 

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>🏈 Kansas City Chiefs New Era Cream 59FIFTY Fitted Cap: Looking to score a real bargain and feel as if you're part of the team icing down Patrick Mahomes' high ankle sprain right this second ? This officially licenced, Kansas City Chiefs New Era Cream 59FIFTY Fitted Cap, compete with raised embroidered graphics, high crown and structured fit, will definitely get you in the game. Complete with an NFL shield logo on a side panel, this Kansas City Chiefs New Era Cream 59FIFTY Fitted Cap is also surface washable, even if Andy Reid is running at you with a Sharpie in his right hand.

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3 For NFL Bettors: Tips To Help Improve Your NFL Betting Strategy In Time For Championship Sunday

The arrival of (NFL) Championship Sunday means pro football bettors are one step closer to finding out what two teams will be packing up for the Super Bowl in Glendale, Arizona. 

With only three games to bet on, including Sunday's conference title games and the Super Bowl, it also means this season's betting opportunities for NFL bettors are nearing the end. That, however doesn't mean it's too late to learn how to stay ahead of the game, while  improving your overall NFL betting strategy. 

Here are 3 NFL betting strategy tips you can start using before Championship Sunday. 

(Note: While I appreciate NFL stats and trends, I'm a strong believer in using my intuition and acumen when it comes to making NFL bets. 

So, it's all in my stomach and mind for me, when deciding to bet on what NFL team is going to win the big game. 

I've watched, covered and attended enough NFL games to know NFL stats and trends can be very misleading.)

1.) Read: You don't need to know Patrick Mahomes shoe size 😉, but reading up on Championship Sunday, or on any other NFL Sunday, is important if you're a pro football bettor, no matter your betting level, and expect to cash in on most of your bets 💰.  

So, put your best Google 🔎 skills to use, while pouring over NFL player profiles, team schedules and team rosters on your way to discovering a little more about the Chiefs backup QB. It will all help you stay ahead of the game, while learning that Chad Henne is not only really old, but once played for the Miami Dolphins, a team you should look up before betting on this year's Super Bowl. 

Especially, if you appreciate your wallet and Super Bowl history, which is filled with  average Joes ending up in Disney World. 😉 

2.) Listen: Being all ears around the dinner table as another lame fishing trip is being planned is not going to help you cash your next NFL bet, or find out what Brock Purdy had for breakfast this morning  🍳 🍣. But using your given 👂👂skills to make sense of every time your favorite ESPN Radio host references how many games in a row the 49ers have won since America's favorite QB took over for Jimmy G., will definitely help you, when making bets on NFL games. 

Yes, taking mental notes and applying your analytical skills to what you hear and feel will help your NFL betting strategy, and lead to winning more of your NFL game bets

Hint: Instead of sweating out why the 49ers are scheduled to play in the early game on Championship Sunday, despite having to travel from San Francisco to Philadelphia and play on a short week (kind of), you might want to search 'undefeated' and '12'.

3.) Study: Just like you would for an exam, if you really want to get out of the University of Miami before your 35th birthday and you enrolled at the university in Coral Gables in 2018, becoming a solid NFL bettor requires being prepared. Therefore, you should make plenty of time to study the material because every piece of content matters. Especially, if it adds value to the NFL bet you're thinking about making. 

Don't know who the Bengals backup QB is? Who is the NFL coach partly responsible for blowing a big lead a few years ago in the Super Bowl? What is Joe Burrow's favorite 🍺 and cigar? Just kidding! 

But putting it all together in your mind and applying it before making a bet on an NFL game is quite like acing a big test.

Especially, if you're prepared !! 

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NFL Divisional Round Playoffs Betting Strategy101: The Bills (-5.5) and Cowboys (+3.5) appear to be as popular as Cuban sandwiches are all over Miami

Free Cuban sandwiches for everyone!

That might have been the first thing on your mind, if you're from Miami and went 5-0 in NFL bets on Wild Card Weekend, thanks to the 49ers (-9.5), Jags (+1.5), Dolphins (+13), Ravens (+8.5) and Cowboys (-2.5) finding their way to the betting cash window.

For the record, I like buying my own Cuban sandwiches, and keeping my NFL betting strategy real tight, but for those keeping track of my work around here, that's a perfect 5-0 against the spread to move to 31-14-1 overall on the entire NFL season. 

Not too bad for a Cuban kid from Miami, and one far from a seat behind the desk at Daily Wager or personally handing a Cuban sandwich to Erin Dolan.

But, since I don't give out bets for free nothing anymore, unless you hire me for marketing copy work, sports betting industry initiatives or any other type thing, I've decided to turn this week's look at the NFL playoff betting action into a Bet 101. 

That's right. 

If you don't know what being an NFL 'Road Underdog' means, then this exercise, in which I'm going to use this weekend's four NFL playoff games, might be as valuable to you as Cuban sandwiches (with extra pickles and mustard) are for me. 

But, stick around here even if you're a sharp ready to pounce on a line, and not a rookie NFL bettor, because you might find value in the betting content below, which you can apply to your NFL betting strategy, soon.

Let's eat, Cuban sandwiches!

Jags @ Chiefs (-8.5): 

The first of four NFL playoff games this weekend, features the Jags heading to Kansas City with hopes of knocking out the AFC's No. 1 seed. 

Think the Jags can pull off what would be the biggest upset of the weekend, a week after a wild comeback win vs. the Chargers? 

If so, you like the 'road underdog ' Jags, who would have to beat Kansas City straight up or lose by exactly 8 points or less for you to cash your bet. Cuban sandwiches on you, if the Jags win.

(Note: Jacksonville will be playing their second game in less than a week, while KC has been idle for almost two weeks.)

Giants @ Eagles (-7.5): 

Scoring a winning bet with the road underdog Giants in this spot would be like expecting one Cuban sandwich, but having an Amazon truck driver show up with 150 Cuban sandwiches.

Like the gift that keeps on giving, Saturday night's NFL playoff game is a prime spot to bet the longshot Giants, especially if you've been riding the NFC's No. 6 seed for weeks now.

 The Giants, with big money prospect Daniel Jones leading the offense, are beginning to feel like 'Destiny' is calling, while the Eagles appear to be a very inflated No. 1 seed.

Bengals @ Bills (-5.5): 

Want your Cuban sandwich from an old reliable in Miami, instead of taking a shot with a new shop on Calle Ocho? 

You're probably sold on the home favorite Bills, for weeks America's public darlings, including here as solid chalk to beat the Bengals and advance to the AFC championship game. 

Kind of like handing me a free Cuban sandwich, some advanced bettors might feel as if the NFL has been doing the Bills a favor for a while. (Check out their schedule!!) 

Cowboys @ 49ers (-3.5): 

If you think what the Cowboys did as road favorites vs. the Bucs was more indicative of an uber-talented team playing the (almost) perfect game, not showing off against a below-average Tampa Bay squad, than you're probably thinking about betting the Cowboys as 'Live Dogs'. 

You know the team that could just pull off a straight up win, despite plenty of bettors thinking SF ?

But, be careful because this spread (line) could be reflective of just how popular the Cowboys, whether they're being bet on or not, are with the general public. 

So, a Cowboys fan who might not know anything about betting on NFL games might jump at the chance of betting on Dallas at (+3.5) because it might look incredibly appealing. 

But, an NFL bettor looking to bet on the 49ers might be thinking (-3.5) offers plenty of value on San Francisco as a small home favorite, because public money on Dallas has made a bet the other way just too good to pass up.

Good luck and please bet responsibly.

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(I have been watching and writing about everything, including Cuban sandwiches and sports (betting), since before making legal bets became a thing. Follow me at miami_by_fernie on Instagram and let's connect. I would be glad to answer any questions for you.)

Marlins FanFest: A Warm Up For The 2023 Season

Warm up to the Miami Marlins for the first time in 2023 at Marlins FanFest on Saturday, February 11th, from 3-7 PM at loanDepot Park (501 Marlins Way).

Off the hook: Warm up for the 2023 season with Marlins FanFest on Saturday, February 11th, from 3-7 PM at loanDepot Park. 

Marlins FanFest 2023 is a chance for fans to interact with Marlins players, take photos with the 1997 and 2003 World Series Trophies, and for kids to swing away inside a Mini Home Run Derby Field, if not flip out inside Billy's Boathouse themed playground.

Marlins FanFest 2023, a free admission with complimentary parking event, will also feature adult-friendly events, BeerFest (inside Recess Sports Lounge from 1-3 PM) and Food & Wine (on the Legends Level from 3-5 PM). 

Here is more of what you will be able to do at Marlins FanFest 2023: 

🐟 Meet & Greet Marlins Players:

You probably won't be dancing merengue with Jean Segura in the West Plaza, but there's a chance you will be able to give Segura, one of our new fish in town, una buena bienvenida to the 305 -- y en Spanish.

🐟 Dance to live music in the West Plaza: 

Wanna shake off the 30 croquetas you just had for lunch, after listening to Sandy Alcántara talk dirty about the Mets? Do it at the West Plaza, where you will be able to sweat to live music, and dream about how many K's Sandy will have on Opening Day.

🐟 Your kids flippin' at Billy's Boathouse:

Watch the kids sink and swim inside Billy's Boathouse, a themed playground not only likely to get the kids ready for all the hits and spills of the 2023 Marlins season, but the reason they're out cold on the drive home.

🐟 Take a tour of the Marlins Clubhouse:

Wanna hang where the Marlins players do when inside loan depot Park and not getting dirty running around the bases? Go for a tour of the Marlins Clubhouse, where you will be so close to Jazz's razor you can smell the scent off his blue hair. 

🐟 Enjoy 🍺 and 🍷 responsibly: 

Done trying to hit a 30-mile-an-hour pitch in front of your date while inside the batting cage, and want to cool off with an 'adult' beverage? BeerFest (inside Recess Sports Lounge from 1-3 p.m.) and Food & Wine (on the Legends Level from 3-5 p.m.) will have all the beverages and food you need )

( *NOTE: Both events require paid entry and proof of age.)

Visit https:// www.marlins.com/FanFest to register and more information on Marlins FanFest 2023. 

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Wild Card Bets: 3 NFL Betting Terms To know Before The Start Of The NFL Playoffs

Whether a beginner in need of extra pizza sauce or a sharp ready to swing for the fences, if not barred from every sportsbook in Las Vegas, Wild Card Weekend attracts bettors of all levels. 

Here are 3 Fun Betting Terms To know Before The Start Of The NFL Playoffs:

Bad Beat: Imagine being so mesmerized by Tom Brady's kale diet, and avocado ice cream, you bet the Bucs (+2.5) to beat the Cowboys on Monday night.

And with the Bucs up 24-20 with :45 seconds left in the game, and the Cowboys out of timeouts, you're feeling so good about your bet, you serve yourself some more raw tofu and order seven pounds of TB 12's raw spinach. 

After calling your girlfriend to tell her to book a 21-day trip to Cabo San Lucas,  because you just won a $12,500 bet. 

But right before you're about to start licking all that grossness of your spoon, Tommy slips on one knee, fumbles the football at the 45-yard-line and watches Micah Parsons pick it up, and return it for a game-winning TD as time runs out. 

If so, you go from a winner to a loser in a matter of seconds. And your girlfriend goes to Cabo San Lucas without you.

That my friend is a 'Bad Beat' ! 

Longshot: 

You still carry the folded napkin Jason Taylor signed for you inside a men's bathroom during the summer of 1999 at Miami International Airport in your ripper wallet. 

You also just turned 45 and think the Dolphins are going to win the Super Bowl this year. 

That's why, you have an appointment with a brain specialist next Tuesday, but are still sold on betting the Dolphins to win it all at (fill in the longshot odds) here. 

(Example: Say you bet $1000 at 100/1 on the Dolphins to win the Super Bowl. You're looking at a cool $100,000 payday.)

And if for some odd reason, Skylar Thompson turns into 26-year-old Dan Marino tomorrow, Josh Allen is held hostage until February 13th, and the Dolphins win four straight games, starting with what would be a massive upset vs. the Bills on Sunday afternoon, you win your 'Longshot' bet on Miami.

And also win the chance to buy your mother-in-law Cuban sandwiches for the rest of her life. If you so desire.

Live 'Dog: 

Let's say you don't care much for the narrative being built around the Ravens, not only going into Cincinnati as (+9.5) road underdogs, but without star QB Lamar Jackson. 

You too think Joe Dixon is a clueless loudmouth, and believe the Ravens defense can cause serious problems for Joe Burrow and the rest of the Bengals offense, while maybe even creating a turnover or two on Sunday night. 

After determining the Ravens, capable of running the ball effectively to shorten the game to the point Burrow starts crying on the sidelines, can beat Cincinnati without Jackson, in what would be one of the biggest upsets of the weekend.

That's a 'Live Dog', mi amigos !!