Packers vs. 49ers predictions, odds, injury news for NFC playoff game

FOX Sports: 49ers 30, Packers 24

Eric Williams says: “San Francisco has been waiting two weeks at home to play and are heavy favorites, and will the Packers put up much of a fight? However, Green Bay is a young team with nothing to lose, led by a quarterback in Love playing his best football at the end of the season. I give Green Bay a puncher’s chance to keep the game close.”

Pickswise: Packers +9.5

Chris Farley writes: “This is a battle of 2 bright, stud coaches who have a lot of pride in their offensive creativity. They also have similar, interwoven stories that led them to their current positions — so there’s an element of added competition between the 2 lead men. Even if San Fran somehow leads by double-digits heading into the fourth quarter, how confident am I that they can hold back Love in the clutch? I’m not. This game projects to be closer than expected.”

Winners and Whiners: San Francisco 49ers -9.5

Andre Ifill says: “The Packers are playing well, but the 49ers have them beaten in almost every way. When it comes to the offenses, San Francisco has the better weapons and ball movement. San Francisco matches Green Bay’s strong ball security and pass protection. Defensively, the 49ers are better against the run, better against the pass, and force more turnovers. San Francisco also has better pass rushing. The Packers are good, but facing a better team on the road.”