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Playoff football is officially here. No overthinking. No spreadsheets. Just NFL instincts, experience, and a little bit of respect where it’s earned. Let’s get straight into it.

Rams vs. Panthers

We spend enough time in Charlotte to know what’s really going on. Maybe we brought some of that energy with us — maybe not — but either way, we’re rolling with the Rams. They’ve been here before, they know how to move when the lights get bright, and that matters in January.

  • Pick: Rams -11

Packers vs. Bears

The Bears haven’t been nice in a long time. Respect to Caleb Williams, but right now we’re taking Green Bay. Playoff reps count.

  • Pick: Packers -1

Bills vs. Jaguars

Everybody keeps sleeping on the Jaguars, but we’re not doing that. Still, let’s be real: Buffalo is giving one. Josh Allen’s playing at another level, and this team has already knocked off some real heavyweights. James Cook is nice, give us the Bills.

  • Pick: Bills -1

49ers vs. Eagles

We’re divided on this one. Joe likes the Eagles, but Jada wants the 49ers. Sometimes you’ve gotta make your own dance.

  • Pick: 49ers +4.5

Chargers vs. Patriots

Patriots. They’re back, they’re giving points on the spread, but we still like it. Simple. Don’t overthink it.

  • Pick: Patriots -3.5

Texans vs. Steelers (Monday Night)

Monday night, season on the line — give us the Texans. End of story. They’re younger, hungrier, and ready to send somebody home early.

  • Pick: Texans -3

Who’s Winning It All?

When we zoom out and look at the Super Bowl odds board, a few things stand out:

  • Patriots +1000
  • Rams +425

We like the Patriots or the Rams to go all the way. Buffalo’s right there too (+1000). That’s the beauty of football — any given Sunday, especially this year. It feels wide open.

MVP Talk

Quarterbacks always dominate this conversation, and that’s just how it goes. Still, if we’re talking about who deserves real love:

  1. Drake Maye
  2. Trevor Lawrence
  3. Matthew Stafford

Drake Maye’s been special. Trevor’s right there too.

All referenced odds are subject to change.

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Fat Joe

Fat Joe (Joseph Cartagena) is a legendary rapper, entrepreneur, and cultural figure who brings his charisma and streetwise insight to the mic as co-host of Joe and Jada on The Volume. Blending music history, guest interviews, and unfiltered commentary, he bridges the worlds of hip-hop, business, and culture with authenticity and authority.