NFL Playoffs 2015: Schedule, Odds and Predictions for Final Divisional Games

Only six teams remain entering Sunday's slate of divisional-round games. The New England Patriots defeated the Baltimore Ravens in a shootout and will host the AFC Championship Game, while the Seattle Seahawks stifled the Carolina Panthers, earning the right to remain at home for the NFC Championship Game.

Upon the conclusion of Sunday's action, we'll know who they'll be facing.

If you happen to be a fan of the offensive side of the ball, the final two divisional games will feature plenty of high-octane action. Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers will take on the red-hot Dallas Cowboys at frigid Lambeau Field, and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck will face his predecessor Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos.

These contests have potential to become instant classics, so here's a look at the full schedule, odds and predictions for both before the action commences.

Dallas Cowboys at Green Bay Packers

When: Sunday, January 11

Where: Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Time: 1:05 p.m. ET

Channel: Fox

Live Stream: Fox Sports Go

Betting Info (via Odds Shark):

• Over/Under: 52
• Spread: Packers -6

Prediction

This game is already being called the Ice Bowl II, and while it will surely be chilly in Green Bay, 19 degrees is the predicted high for Sunday—pretty much par for the course for this time of year. With minimal wind gusts expected, the prolific offenses of the Packers and Cowboys will have plenty of chances to put up some gaudy numbers.

Aside from the weather, this contest's first important scenario to dissect is the health of Rodgers. He was diagnosed with a tear in his right calf; however, he looked good at practice and has been officially listed as probable, according to NFL on ESPN:

Rodgers was dynamic at home during the regular season, completing 67.1 percent of his passes for 2,334 yards, 25 touchdowns and zero interceptions for a passer rating of 133.2. Combined with running back Eddie Lacy, who boasts an average of 4.6 yards per carry, Green Bay's offense led the team to an 8-0 record at Lambeau in 2014.

Although, Green Bay's defense has been susceptible to high-powered offenses this season, and that's exactly what the Cowboys bring to town. Tony Romo is coming off a 292-yard, two-touchdown performance against a stingy Detroit Lions defense in the Wild Card Round, and running back DeMarco Murray is always dangerous, emerging as the NFL's rushing leader following the regular season.

Adding to the intrigue here, the Cowboys were 8-0 on the road in 2014. Something has to give.

While Rodgers may be hampered and his mobility limited, he's still arguably the league's most dangerous passer. Dallas ranked 26th against the pass during the regular season and allowed 323 yards to an inconsistent Matthew Stafford during Wild Card Weekend.

If the Packers weren't afforded a bye week, this prediction would be completely different; however, it's tough to bet against a rested and (mostly) healthy Rodgers at Lambeau.

Prediction: Packers 31, Cowboys 27

Indianapolis Colts at Denver Broncos

When: Sunday, January 11

Where: Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado

Time: 4:40 p.m. ET

Channel: CBS

Live Stream: CBSSports.com

Betting Info (via Odds Shark):

• Over/Under: 53.5
• Spread: Broncos -7

Prediction

Manning had a very successful career with Indianapolis, earning a Super Bowl victory with the Colts; however, if he wants another ring, he'll have to go through them this time. That won't be an easy feat considering the recent play of Luck, his successor.

In a very convincing 26-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals in the Wild Card Round, Luck completed 31 of his 44 passes for 376 yards and a touchdown for a 104.0 passer rating. The only difference of him eclipsing the 400-yard mark was a few dropped passes. Keep in mind, this was against the same secondary that picked Manning four times in Week 16.

ESPN Stats & Info tweeted the young quarterback's impressive postseason streak:

Luck won't have it easy, though. Following the conclusion of the regular season, the Broncos ranked ninth against the pass. While the Colts signal-caller did put up 370 yards and two scores on Denver in Week 1, he was also picked twice in a loss.

The Colts haven't been terrible against the pass of late, either. They finished the regular season ranked 12th in that category and stifled Andy Dalton and the Bengals in the Wild Card Round. While Indianapolis' weakness was perceived to be against the run, the team limited the dangerous Jeremy Hill to just 3.6 yards per carry.

That will be the difference-maker in this contest. If the Colts can do the same against C.J. Anderson, they will force Manning to beat them through the air—something the veteran quarterback hasn't done in quite some time. Over the final four games of the regular season, Manning eclipsed 300 yards passing just once and threw for just three touchdowns against six interceptions.

This contest could easily come down to which quarterback is easier to trust in crunch time and, as it stands, heading into this highly anticipated clash that player would be Luck.

Prediction: Colts 34, Broncos 31