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NFL: Packers vs. San Francisco 49ers Prediction 1/20/2024

The Green Bay Packers (9-8) travel to face off against the San Francisco 49ers (12-5) on Saturday, January 20th. This game will be played at Levi’s Stadium in Levi’s Stadium and televised on FOX. The Packers are coming off a win in their previous game, while the 49ers are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Rams. Kickoff is set for 8:15 ET.

Packers vs 49ers

The Packers Are Coming Off A Win

The Packers are coming off a win after defeating the Cowboys with a final score of 48-32. Heading into the game, the Packers were 7-point underdogs. With the straight-up win, they also covered the spread.

Against Dallas, quarterback Jordan Love had a passer rating of 157 while completing 76% of his passes. Overall, he ended the game with 272 yards through the air.

Green Bay’s defense went up against a Dallas offense that turned to the pass 60 times, resulting in 387 yards gained through the air. On passing plays, the Packers allowed a completion percentage of 68.3%, and they conceded a total of 510 yards in offensive production to the Cowboys.

Green Bay is currently 2nd in the NFC-North this season, with an overall record of 9-8. In games outside the conference, they are 2-3 and in NFC games, they’ve gone 8-5.

The Packers hold a 10-8 record against the spread. As we approach the Divisional round, their scoring margin stands at +2.7 per game. The average over/under line for Green Bay games this season is 42.6 points. Their over/under record stands at 11-7, with an average margin against the over/under of +2.6.

Packers Injury Reportgreen bay packers betting

  • David Bakhtiari – Knee (Out)
  • Aaron Jones – Hamstring (Out)
  • Eric Stokes – Foot (Out)
  • Luke Tenuta – Ankle (Out)
  • Christian Watson – Hamstring (Out)
  • Tyler Davis – Knee (Out)

The 49ers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Most recently, the 49ers faced off against the Rams at home. However, they suffered a 21-20 defeat. Given that the 49ers were favored by 5.5, they were also handed a loss vs. the spread.

Facing the Rams, the 49ers rushed the ball 29 times, with Elijah Mitchell leading the team with 52 yards. Sam Darnold attempted 26 passes, accumulating 189 yards and a passer rating of 96.

The Rams looked to establish the run against the 49ers in week 18, running the ball 36 times for 109. San Francisco’s defense finished the game by allowing a total of 258 yards which included 149 yards vs. the pass.

Throughout this season, the 49ers have a record of 12-5, which positions them at 1st in the NFC-West. Their performance reflects a 0-0 record as underdogs and 12-5 when they are favored.

Taking a look at the 49ers’ scoring margin this season, it is currently at +11.4. This has resulted in an ATS record of 9-7-1. San Francisco games this season have averaged 46.4 points, which is 7th in the NFL. Their over/under record is 9-7-1, with an average OU line of 43.9 points.

49ers Injury Report

  • Danny Gray – Shoulder (Out)
  • Robert Beal Jr. – Hamstring (Out)
  • Cameron Latu – Knee (Out)
  • Darrell Luter Jr. – Knee (Out)
  • Samuel Womack III – Knee (Out)

Packers Offense Breakdown

Regarding their offense, the Packers have an average 23.9 points per game, which places them 8th in the NFL.

In terms of the passing game, Packers have an average 235.6 passing yards per game, placing them 11th in the league rankings. At present, 61.7% of their first downs have come through the passing game.

The Packers are running the ball an average of 26.3 times per game and currently hold the 14th rank in rushing yards. Per attempt, they are averaging 4.2 yards.

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The 49ers’ offense has performing well in the first half of game, averaging 15.7 points. Their overall offensive numbers of 28.9 is 2nd in the NFL.

San Francisco’s passing offense enters this week’s game with a ranking of 4th in passing yards. Furthermore, they hold the 29th spot in attempts, averaging 28.9 passes per game.

Per attempt, the 49ers are averaging 4.9 yards while carrying the ball an average of 29.4 times per contest. In terms of yardage, they are 3rd in the league.

Packers Team Defense

With a matchup against the 49ers’ offense, the Packers defense has allowed an average of 21.2 points per game so far. They currently are 9th in quarterback hits and are allowing 344.8 yards per contest.

49ers Team Defense

When it comes to turnovers, the San Francisco defense has forced 28 takeaways, putting them 4th in the NFL. Overall, they are allowing 17.5 points per game and yielding 303.9 yards.

Packers vs 49ers Trends

  • When looking at their past five road matchups, Green Bay has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 33 per game. The team went 4-1 overall in these games.
  • In their last ten games at home, the 49ers have a straight up record of 7-3 while going 6-3-1 vs. the spread. The team averaged 28 points per game in this stretch.
  • Through their last five games as the underdog, the Packers have an ATS record of 5-0 and a straight up mark of 5-0.
  • Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the 49ers have gone 5-5 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 7-3.

Packers vs 49ers Prediction

I’m going with Green Bay to cover as 10-point underdogs in this matchup. Green Bay had an impressive performance in their last game, particularly in the ground game against Dallas. I anticipate them to replicate that success, which is why I’m backing Green Bay before kickoff.

I’m taking the under with the current over/under line at 50. Throughout the season, games involving Green Bay have averaged 45.2 points per game, and I anticipate this game will not exceed 50.


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