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FILE - At left, in a Dec. 28, 2014, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo passes the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md. At left, in an Aug. 22, 2014, file photo,  Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) throws a pass against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Green Bay, Wisc. There will be no talk about “game managers” for the rest of these NFL playoffs, or quarterbacks who are still in the hunt solely because they’re surrounded by a great defense or running game. Quite simply, the eight signal callers still chasing the Super Bowl have pedigree.(AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
FILE - At left, in a Dec. 28, 2014, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo passes the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md. At left, in an Aug. 22, 2014, file photo, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) throws a pass against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Green Bay, Wisc. There will be no talk about “game managers” for the rest of these NFL playoffs, or quarterbacks who are still in the hunt solely because they’re surrounded by a great defense or running game. Quite simply, the eight signal callers still chasing the Super Bowl have pedigree.(AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)Uncredited/Associated Press

NFL Divisional Playoffs 2015: Sunday TV Schedule, Spread and Score Predictions

R. Cory SmithJan 11, 2015

It all boils down to this. After a full season of working to get to this point, just two games remain in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs.

On the NFC side, the Dallas Cowboys carry an unblemished road record into Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers. Aaron Rodgers has been phenomenal at home but faces an improved Dallas defense and an offense that contains one of the most formidable trios in the NFL.

In the final game of the weekend, the Indianapolis Colts will battle the Denver Broncos. Andrew Luck will be looking to make his first AFC Championship Game appearance by knocking off his predecessor Peyton Manning in the biggest game of his career thus far.

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Before both games get underway, here's a look at the full Sunday schedule, spreads and predictions.

Dallas Cowboys at Green Bay Packers1:05 p.m.FoxGB -6GB 27, DAL 23
Indianapolis Colts at Denver Broncos4:40 p.m.CBSDEN -7IND 34, DEN 31

Prediction Breakdown: Cowboys vs. Packers

In terms of history between two teams, it doesn't get much better than Dallas and Green Bay. The two illustrious franchises have a combined nine championships between them, and each team has enjoyed a ton of success this season.

The Cowboys come in at 8-0 on the road thanks to great play from the offense and an improved defense. Tony Romo has played some of the best football of his career this season, compiling 14 touchdowns and just one interception in his last five games.

However, he hasn't typically played well in cold weather, as NFL on ESPN notes:

Packers linebacker A.J. Hawk isn't exactly taking the bait on that theory, per Tyler Dunne of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:

On the other side stands Rodgers, who has been unflappable at Lambeau over the last two seasons. In fact, Rodgers hasn't lost a home game since his last playoff appearance against the San Francisco 49ers last season.

In his last 16 games in Green Bay, Rodgers has been nearly perfect, via ESPN Stats & Info:

The Cowboys have proven they have a team strong enough to take down anyone, including the Seattle Seahawks, on the road this season. But Green Bay's familiarity and the flawlessness of Rodgers will ultimately lead to a playoff win for the Packers.

If Jordy Nelson and Randall Cobb can open up the field, Eddie Lacy will use his bruising power to help the Packers pull away. It certainly won't be easy, but Green Bay will be moving on to the NFC Championship Game for a shot to appear in the Super Bowl.

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