In the latest edition of his playoff predictions, sports analyst Pete Prisco is setting the stage for some exciting upsets in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Prisco had a respectable start to the postseason, going 5-1 against the spread, but is aiming for a perfect sweep this time around. With three underdogs catching his attention, Prisco is confident that these teams have what it takes to shake up the playoff landscape.

The divisional round kicks off with the Houston Texans facing the Baltimore Ravens. The Texans are coming off an impressive victory over the Cleveland Browns, while the Ravens enjoyed a bye week to recharge. Although the rest might benefit Baltimore, Prisco believes that the Texans' rookie quarterback, C.J. Stroud, might struggle on the road, especially against the formidable Ravens defense. Despite Lamar Jackson's MVP credentials, the pressure is on for him to prove himself in a playoff game. In Prisco's prediction, the Ravens edge out the Texans in a close game, with a final score of Ravens 30, Texans 29.

Next up, the Green Bay Packers take on the San Francisco 49ers, and Prisco is anticipating another upset. The Packers showcased their strength in a convincing win over the Dallas Cowboys last week, and their quarterback Jordan Love has been in remarkable form. Although the 49ers boast a tough defensive front, Prisco believes the Packers' offensive line will hold firm, allowing Love to excel in the passing game. In what is expected to be a high-scoring shootout, Prisco predicts the Packers to stun the 49ers with a final score of Packers 33, 49ers 31.

Moving on to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers versus the Detroit Lions, Prisco highlights the Bucs' blowout victory against the Philadelphia Eagles and the Lions' hard-fought win against the Los Angeles Rams. While Detroit impressed offensively, Prisco points out some defensive vulnerabilities that could be exploited by Tampa Bay's quarterback, Baker Mayfield. Furthermore, Prisco expects Jared Goff to perform well if he can handle the Bucs' blitz. Although the Lions had previously defeated the Bucs in Tampa, Prisco predicts that revenge will be on the Bucs' minds this time around, as they win a close contest with a final score of Bucs 30, Lions 28.

In the most highly anticipated matchup of the week, the Buffalo Bills take on the Kansas City Chiefs. Playing at home, the Bills have the advantage of hosting Patrick Mahomes in his first-ever road playoff game. While the Bills have had an impressive run to reach this stage, Prisco acknowledges the significant defensive injuries they have suffered. The Chiefs' offense, which displayed potency against the Miami Dolphins, could pose a challenge for Buffalo. However, Prisco believes that Josh Allen's ability to limit mistakes, as seen in the victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, will be instrumental in the Bills' triumph. In Prisco's forecast, the Bills emerge victorious with a final score of Bills 28, Chiefs 23.

Pete Prisco's picks for the divisional round embody his daring approach, backing underdogs to upset the favored teams. As the excitement builds for the upcoming matchups, football fans eagerly await to see if Prisco's bold predictions come to fruition.