Coming off of a formidable – but losing – playoff effort last year versus the Bulls, the Pacers came roaring back to start out the 2011-2012 year. The team is experiencing its best early record in the previous 8 years, but are still troubled versus the more proficient squads in the league. While they are 11-4 thus far, just four of those wins are versus squads with records above .500.

Number 1 ranked Kentucky vs the NCAA competition hopefuls Georgia? Sounds like a recipe for a crushing defeat, specifically as Kentucky barely regained that coveted No. 1 berth on the standings for the first time in the previous 2 months. While the Wildcats are ahead of the standings and relishing an 11 game win streak, the Georgia Bulldogs can best be termed sporadic thus far in the season.

The Playoffs have begun and there are four squads in the NFC Playoffs that are looking to actually reach the Superbowl. The Packers, Saints, Giants and the 49ers are all fighting to secure that coveted spot in the Superbowl and though all four squads are highly talents, only one squad will prevail.

The Superbowl is right around the corner and most individuals are excited to see which squads are destined to be facing off. The NFC is piled with incredible squads but merely a couple of them really have a chance. The Green Bay Packers are presently the favorites as they were able to have an almost flawless regular season with a 15-1 record but the Saints are right behind as the second favorites. The AFC favorites would be the Patriots but the Broncos only may give them a run for their money as Tim Tebow has been able to produce miracles every week.

The undefeated year that the Green Bay Packers were attempting to accomplish came to a close against the Kansas city chiefs but it’s still definitely referred to as among the most dominating normal seasons in the recent past. Most folks who watch pro football will admit that they believed that the Packers were going to take it all the way up yet they are now faced against the Giants in the playoffs. The NFC champs Giants have a respectable 9-7 record yet they will be faced against the 15-1 Green Bay Packers.

The AFC playoffs has to be a sight to watch in the course of the post season simply considering of the amazing stories that surround certain squads. Among the most persuasive and debatably the most intriguing story would have to be the one encircling Tim Tebow and the Broncos. They’ll be competing against the New england patriots and as lopsided as this game could seem on paper, nothing can gauge just the amount heart Tim Tebow and the Broncos have.

The Jan 15 – Houston Texans vs Baltimore Ravens game has the opportunity to be a spectacular and interesting game from beginning to end, or a significant letdown. The reason: both teams have looked spectacular at times this year and totally horrid at others.

The AFC playoffs are established to begin and most individuals are asking themselves which teams have the greatest chance at winning. This can be rather tricky to determine as you will get plenty of biased answers. The playoffs will consist of the Ravens, Denver Broncos, Texans and Patriots and though all four teams are very skilled, only one team will progress to the Super Bowl. Whether you are a football fan or not, you need to acknowledge that playoffs in football is just an experience that is not in any other sport. With just 16 regular season matches a handful of playoff matches, each fight will show everybody pouring their hearts out. In contrast to in other sports where there are extended regular seasons, football allows each game to be a very pivotal aspect of the season and the tension just rises as the Super Bowl gets closer.

The 49er faithful are ultimately able to see their beloved squad from San Francisco in the playoffs yet after having a long vacation from the post season, are the Niners all set to play versus the offensive machine that the Saints have? This is debatably among the most interesting 1st round playoff contests in the nfl and this January 14th struggle in NFC will sponsor two squads who have certainly worked hard to get to this position. The Niners were able to compile a 13-3 record whereas the Saints had the same record.

The AT&T Center might get some long distance action on Jan 13th as the Portland Trailblazers head over to San Antonio to face the Spurs. Portland is a young squad looking to build up as the short but electric Brandon Roy era formally came to an end with his retirement in December. Former #1 pick Greg Oden has furthermore had continued problems with his knees as Portland seemingly can not shake the specter of Sam Bowie. The Spurs look to defend their court with dazzling plays from their typical steady lineup. The Spurs are preferred by 8 points and this looks to be an amazing bet.