As we approach the playoffs, the matchups are heating up. Let's take a look at some of this week's top matchups.

Saints at Panthers

These are two teams who are coming off dramatic losses last week, the Saints lost on a blocked extra point that was returned for 2 points and the Panthers lost on a fumble in the last minute. Both teams will be looking to rebound from devastating losses. This should be a shootout as both teams have high powered offenses.

Prediction: Panthers

Ravens at Cowboys

The Cowboys are the hottest team in football, and there is no denying that. I believe that this game will be a perfect example of smash mouth football. It will be interesting to see how the Ravens defense deals with this high power Cowboys offense.

Prediction: Cowboys

Eagles at Seahawks

It is the battle of the birds. Both of these teams are coming off big wins as the Eagles beat the Falcons and the Seahawks beat the Patriots. In recent weeks the Eagles defense has really stepped up of late, and this should be a defensive matchup. As long as the Seahawks have the Legion of Boom their defense will be good.

Prediction: Seahawks