NFL AFC & NFC Championship Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions: Best Bets for Sunday, January 25

NFL AFC and NFC Championship weekend is here, and let's discuss potential touchdown scorers.

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In the AFC, the New England Patriots (14-3) will face the Denver Broncos (14-3) on the road. Led by quarterback Drake Maye, the Patriots dominated as one of the NFL's top defenses. Ranking No. 3 in offensive DVOA, they totaled the second-most touchdowns this season with 58.

Head coach Sean Payton and the Broncos have mainly been led by an exceptional defense. Middle-of-the-road offensively, Denver tallied 45 touchdowns in the regular season. With quarterback Bo Nix out for the season with a broken ankle, backup signal-caller Jarrett Stidham will get the starting nod against his former team, the Patriots.

AFC Championship Game: New England Patriots vs. Denver Broncos

Defeating the Los Angeles Chargers and Houston Texans in the wild-card and divisional rounds, the Patriots are putting up 23 points per game in the playoffs. Keep in mind, that was against two elite defenses. New England remains near the top of the pack with five total postseason touchdowns.

After earning a first-round BYE as the No. 1 seed in the AFC, the Broncos knocked off Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round. Averaging 33 points in the playoffs, this is a team that scored three touchdowns last week.

With the over/under total set at 43.5, sportsbooks aren't predicting a high-scoring affair. However, I do believe touchdowns will be scored in the Mile High City today.

NFC Championship Game: Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks

In the NFC, the Los Angeles Rams (12-5) will face the Seattle Seahawks (14-3) in the Emerald City. Led by NFL MVP front-runner Matthew Stafford, the Rams boast the top defense in the NFL, recording 65 regular-season touchdowns.

Defeating the Carolina Panthers in the wild-card rounds, the Rams took care of business against the Chicago Bears in overtime last week. Tied with the Bills with six playoff touchdowns, the Rams are averaging 27 points per game in the postseason. NFL Champions just five years ago, this LA squad is a well-oiled machine behind head coach Sean McVay.

Earning a first-round BYE as the No. 1 seed in the NFC, the Seahawks crush the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional round, 41-8.  A top-five team on both sides of the ball, this is a Seattle team that put up 51 regular-season touchdowns, and five alone last week.

With the over/under total set at 45.5, oddsmakers are predicting a higher-scoring affair. Matthew Stafford vs. Sam Darnold—This game has the potential to be a shootout between NFC West division rivals.

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Touchdown Scorers NFL, AFC & NFC Championship Weekend

In this article, I will focus on my top three anytime touchdown scorer predictions and best bets. I'm taking popular running backs and a star wide receiver to score a touchdown today. Let's take a look at my top NFL anytime touchdown bets for Sunday, Jan. 25. You can find all my bets within Fanatics and FanDuel Sportsbook.

• RJ Harvey Anytime Touchdown Scorer
• Kenneth Walker III Anytime Touchdown Scorer
• Puka Nacua Anytime Touchdown Scorer

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NFL AFC & NFC Best Bets: Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions for Sunday, January 25

RJ Harvey Anytime Touchdown Odds: +135 (FanDuel)

My first best bet for Sunday, I'm taking Broncos running back RJ Harvey to score a touchdown in the AFC Championship game.

It was announced this week that Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins will miss today's contest due to a foot injury.  All eyes remain on Harvey, given that Dobbins hasn't played a snap since week 10.

Speaking of snaps, Harvey played 61 percent last week, and tallied 540 rushing yards and 12 total touchdowns in his rookie season. Recording 356 receiving yards, he's very much remained a threat through the air and on the ground.

I'm not discounting Stidham; he's been a reputable backup NFL quarterback for years. Look at Nick Foles; he led the Eagles to a Super Bowl as a backup. I do believe the offensive game does change with Stidham under center, and that involves the run game.

Why RJ Harvey Can Score A Touchdown on Sunday

This is a tough matchup for Harvey, who gets a Patriots' defense that's allowed the third-fewest touchdowns to running backs. However, with possibly snow and low temperatures expected in Denver, this may benefit Harvey and the run game.

Overall, the Patriots have been elite at stopping the run in the playoffs, limiting Woody Marks (Texans) and Omarion Hampton (Chargers) to 17 and -1 yards, respectively. That said, they haven't allowed a rushing touchdown since last year, technically (Dec. 28).

Harvey has been crucial for the Broncos, scoring six touchdowns over the last seven games. Although held scoreless against the Bills last week, he's been a red zone threat all season.

Rushing for 24-of-47 red zone attempts, Harvey has scored five touchdowns inside the 20-yard line. Additionally, he's tallied 44 receiving yards, nine targets, and four touchdowns in the red zone.

Final NFL AFC & NFC Championship Anytime Touchdown Betting Prediction: RJ Harvey Anytime Touchdown Scorer (+134 FanDuel)

The leading rusher for Denver, Harvey compiled just six carries last week, but caught 5-6 targets for 46 yards against Buffalo. Towards the back half of the regular season, he averaged 13.7 carries and just over three targets per game in the final seven games.

• I'm taking RJ Harvey to score a touchdown. Priced at +135 to score a touchdown, you can earn a payout of $27 with a $20 wager. Boasting a 4.8% touchdown rate, he's been targeted 22.8 percent on routes. Plus, he gets a home matchup in Denver. 

Kenneth Walker Anytime Touchdown Odds: -140 (FanDuel)

My second-best bet for the NFC Championship game, I'm taking Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III to score a touchdown.

Goal-line star back Zach Charbonnet has been placed on IR for the rest of the season, which means it's Walker time.

I will admit, I was skeptical as a Walker fantasy football owner, but he's earned my respect in the betting world as of late.

Splitting the running back duties with Charbonnet, Walker III recorded 1,027 rushing yards, 282 receiving yards, and five touchdowns on the season. He's been crucial down the stretch, scoring three touchdowns in last week's 41-6 victory over the Rams.

Walker won't have an easy task, as the Rams rank No. 5 in defensive rushing DVOA and allowed just 38 touchdowns overall in the regular season. Giving up six touchdowns in the playoffs, the Rams gave up two touchdowns to Trevor Etienne in the wild-card game.

Overall, LA gave up just six rushing touchdowns to running backs the entire season. However, there was a stretch where backs Bijan Robinson (Falcons) and Kenneth Walker III combined for 295 rushing yards and three touchdowns in back-to-back matchups.

At this point, the Rams and Seahawks are NFC West division rivals, meaning they know each other very well. Scoring a touchdown in both games against the Rams this season, Walker III tallied 167 rushing yards, 27 carries, and 108 receiving yards in two games against them.

Final NFL AFC & NFC Championship Anytime Touchdown Betting Prediction: Kenneth Walker III Anytime Touchdown Scorer (-140 FanDuel)

What I'm saying is that LA isn't perfect, their run game has been porous at times, and Walker III has had previous success against them this season.

• Recording 116 rushing yards, 19 carries, three touchdowns, and 29 receiving yards against the 49ers, I'll ride the hot hand. The clear No.1 back, he now has 61 carries over the last four games. I'm taking Kenneth Walker III to score a touchdown on Sunday. I know the odds are a bit juiced, but there's still value here. That's especially if Rams linebacker Byron Young is unable to play.

Puka Nacua Anytime Touchdown Odds: +120 (Fanatics)

My third-best bet for Sunday, I'm taking Rams star receiver Puka Nacua to score a touchdown in the NFC Championship game against the Seahawks.

This may be a corporate, popular pick, but if anyone can break this stingy Seahawks' defense, it's Nacua.

There's no question Nacua had a breakout season, recording 1,715 receiving yards for 10 touchdowns. Developing a strong connection with Stafford, they have emerged as one of the most elite NFL duos.

While it's no secret that the Seahawks boast the No.1 defense in the NFL, Nacua should have a good matchup lined up with Josh Jobe.

While Stafford has various receiving options with Davante Adams and so forth, Nacua has been monstrous down the stretch. Scoring six touchdowns over the last five games, Nacua led the Rams past the Panthers with two touchdowns in the first round.

Although held scoreless against the Bears last week, Nacua was targeted 10 times and has 28 targets through two playoff games. During this stretch, Nacua has averaged 7.5 targets and 83.5 receiving yards in the playoffs. Down the home stretch, he recorded 529 receiving yards, three touchdowns, and 36 receptions in the final four games of the regular season.

Final NFL AFC & NFC Championship Anytime Touchdown Betting Prediction: Puka Nacua Anytime Touchdown Scorer (+120 Fanatics)

As mentioned previously, Nacua is familiar with the Rams, who are NFC division rivals. Seattle may have allowed the eighth-fewest touchdowns to receivers; however, Nacua recorded 300 yards of offense, including a career-high 225 yards against them on Dec. 18. Scoring twice in the 38-37 overtime loss, Nacua is the best option here.

• I'm taking Puka Nacua to score a touchdown today. While the Seahawks shut down the 49ers, I love the value at +120 for this prop bet.