Henry Roldán
The NFC Conference Final is scheduled to be played next Sunday, and it will feature the two best teams in the National Conference. 49ers vs Eagles will face off in a highly anticipated matchup.
The San Francisco team became champion of the NFC West, and after defeating the Seahawks in the Wild Card, it also defeated the Cowboys 12-19 in the Divisional Round. On the other hand, the Philadelphia team did not only lead the NFC East, but also had the best record in the conference. This record was attained the first weekend of the playoffs before comfortably defeating the Giants 7-38.
Without further ado, at JefeBet we bring you the best preview of the stellar clash between San Francisco 49ers vs Philadelphia Eagles.
Predictions and Betting Preview for the 49ers vs Eagles NFC Conference Final Game on January 29, 2023
- Where: Lincoln Financial Field – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- When: Sunday, January 29, 2023 – 3:00 PM E.T.
Odds provided by BetMGM.
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Betting on the San Francisco 49ers
- Regular Season Record: 13-4 (NFC West Champion – 2nd seed NFC)
- BetMGM Spread: +2.5
- BetMGM Moneyline: (+125)
- BetMGM Over/Under: 45.5
After battling until the last week for the best record in the NFC, the 49ers have made it through their Wild Card and Divisional Round games before facing their first major pre-Super Bowl challenge.
Kyle Shanahan’s team comes into the game slightly down in the betting, despite the fact that for a couple of weeks, their performance on the gridiron placed them above the Eagles, even though they had a lower record than their opponents.
In their last game, the 49ers defeated the Cowboys at home, who fought until the end, but who suffered under the best defense in the league. Dallas was barely able to score 12 points and 282 total yards, and its quarterback, Dak Prescott, was intercepted on a couple of occasions.
These records are not surprising, considering that San Francisco finished first in the NFL in fewest points allowed (277), fewest total yards allowed (5,110), and most interceptions (20).
On the offensive side is where issues arise. Although in 7 of their last 10 games the 49ers have scored more than 30 points, Dallas’ good defense, which is very similar to that of the Eagles, rushed rookie Brock Purdy at various times.
The young QB was only able to amount 214 yards in the game, and San Francisco barely registered a touchdown, which came with a Christian McCaffrey run. In total, the 49ers finished with 312 total yards, and the dynamism that was expected from this offense was nowhere to be seen against the powerful defense of the Cowboys.
Betting on the Philadelphia Eagles
- Regular Season Record: 14-3 (NFC East Champion – 1st seed NFC)
- BetMGM Spread: -2.5
- BetMGM Moneyline: (-150)
- BetMGM Over/Under: 45.5
The Eagles come into the match stronger than ever, thanks to the bye week earned by the best record in the Conference and after settling their Divisional Round match against the Giants early on.
Philadelphia went into the break with a 0-28 lead, and the second half of the game was a mere formality. Also, this team is considered by many the best team of the regular round due to its consistent performance and the excellence of each of its lines.
Indeed, the power of Nick Sirianni’s team lies in the offense, led by the stellar Jalen Hurts. His ability to throw the ball with great solvency and run off the line of scrimmage with great speed, gives real headaches to his rival defenders.
So, it’s not surprising that the best scoring team this campaign recorded 268 rushing yards against New York, and that three of their five touchdowns came from the same tactic. Will they be able to do the same against the 49ers?
The answer to that question should be the one that defines the game. The Eagles’ defense is also in the top 5 of the league. Still, it has its weakness despite being above the NFL’s average. That weakness is stopping the opposing rushing game, which is precisely one of San Francisco’s strengths.
However, as we pointed out, Philadelphia ranked among the best defenses in the league, and the team allowed the fewest total passing yards in the season. Also, nobody got more catches than them, registering 70.
JefeBet Prediction
These two teams have top defenses, capable of stopping the best offenses in the circuit at any time and in any circumstance. That said, the 49ers and the Eagles also have in their possession two of the best offenses in the league, because of how dynamic they can be in attacking both rushing or passing.
San Francisco was controlled to some extent by the Cowboys, but their rushing game can make a dent against Philadelphia’s defensive line. On the other hand, the only time the 49ers faced a QB of Hurts’ characteristics this season was when they faced Patrick Mahomes from the Chiefs in week seven and conceded 44 points. So, we will have to see what Shanahan’s opponents can do.
In the last four clashes between the two teams, the Under has been met, but this Conference Final promises to be a thrilling game from start to finish. Also, the game will count with the participation of two quarterbacks who have been the talk of the town for their great qualities.
Prediction: Over (SF 23 – PHI 26).
