2024 NFL Week 8 Odds and Predictions

The 2024 NFL season is charging full steam ahead as we enter Week 8. It’s still probably too early to start thinking about the playoff picture, but the Super Bowl race is jam-packed with potential contenders. With every win and loss now carrying added weight, teams are looking to either solidify their standings or claw their way back into contention.

Big matchups await in Week 8. The Minnesota Vikings face off against the Los Angeles Rams to kick off the schedule on Thursday night, while teams like the Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills are among the teams eyeing wins to stay ahead in their divisions. For other squads, like the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins, the season hangs in the balance, with Week 8 being close to a must-win to stay in the playoff hunt.

As we gear up for what should be an action-packed week, let’s break down the NFL odds and identify the smartest bets for every game on the schedule.

2024 NFL Week 8 Schedule

NFL Week 8 Predictions

Let’s take a deeper dive into the NFL odds for every matchup and find the best way to bet on the action.

Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams Odds

The Minnesota Vikings head to Los Angeles for a critical game against the Rams. Minnesota is coming off of its first loss of the season in heartbreaking fashion at the hands of the Detroit Lions. The Rams got back into the win column with a narrow home victory over the pathetic Las Vegas Raiders to improve to 2-4 on the young season.

The Rams were hoping Cooper Kupp would be able to make his return from his sprained ankle on Sunday, yet he ultimately sat out. It sounds increasingly likely Kupp’s return will instead come in this game, which will provide a massive boost to an offense that’s struggled to get going so far. We’ll also see if rookie wideout Jordan Whittington suits up after he didn’t see a single snap against Las Vegas.

Kupp’s return will be important considering Los Angeles has been fairly one-dimensional with he and Puka Nacua sidelined since early in the campaign. Kyren Williams – who scored both of the Rams’ touchdowns last week – is only averaging 3.8 yards per carry despite ranking among the league leaders in rushing attempts (116). In order to beat a high-scoring Vikings offense, LA will need Matthew Stafford to give them something through the air.

The Vikings fell to 5-1 with Sunday’s loss, which dropped them into a virtual tie with Detroit atop the stacked NFC North division. While the offense was able to move the ball against the Lions, finishing drives with touchdowns was a trouble spot. Minnesota scored just 2 offensive touchdowns in the game and relied on kicker Will Reichard to keep the score close. The Vikings also returned a Jared Goff interception for a touchdown.

The Rams’ defense fared well on Sunday against the Raiders, but Las Vegas has arguably the NFL’s most impotent offense. This matchup against a high-octane Minnesota offense will be a new challenge entirely, and I’m not sure Los Angeles is up for it. This defense has taken a step back without Aaron Donald, so I like the Vikings to cover as a road favorite.

Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams Predictions

• Spread: Vikings -3 (-115)
  Minnesota has been steady against the spread, and the Rams’ recent form makes this an appealing line for the Vikings.
• Moneyline: Vikings -162 / Rams +136
  The Vikings are favored, and rightfully so. I’m not convinced Los Angeles will be able to keep up with the Vikings’ well-rounded offensive attack.
• Total: 48
  Given the offensive talent on both sides, the over looks promising, but it will depend on whether the Rams can keep up. This game will take place in a dome in LA, so weather won’t be an issue. That’s generally favorable for offense.

Betting Trends:

• The Rams are 2-4 ATS in their last 6 home games.
• The Vikings are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
• The total has gone over in 4 of the Vikings’ last 5 games.

Prediction: Vikings -3, Over 48
Best Bet: Vikings -3 (-115)

Tennessee Titans vs. Detroit Lions Odds

The Detroit Lions are heavy favorites as they host the Tennessee Titans in what could be a lopsided affair. There are quite a few games on the schedule this week with hefty point spreads, and this is the largest of them all. We don’t often see double-digit favorites in the NFL, yet it’s justified here with Detroit checking in as a huge 11.5-point home favorite.

Detroit has been dominant on both sides of the ball and has established themselves as one of the top teams in the NFC. The defense performed admirably without Aidan Hutchinson last week against Minnesota, while the offense continued to cook. Amon-Ra St. Brown scored a long receiving touchdown, while Jahmyr Gibbs went off for 160 yards from scrimmage with a couple of scores. The Lions have several players capable of beating you, and the Titans are going to have an extremely difficult time keeping track of all of them.

For Tennessee, it’s been a rough season. Mason Rudolph drew his first start of the year with Will Levis nursing a shoulder injury in Week 7, and things didn’t go well. Despite a solid start, the Titans wound up falling 34-10 to the Buffalo Bills.

The key will be establishing the run game with Tony Pollard. Pollard has been the lone bright spots for the Titans’ offense this season, but I highly doubt they’re going to find a ton of success. The Lions are likely to jump out to an early lead here, which will likely force Tennessee to abandon the run game early. Regardless of who starts at QB, how can we reasonably expect them to keep up?

Tennessee Titans vs. Detroit Lions Predictions

• Spread: Lions -11.5 (-108)
  This is the widest spread we’ve seen all year, and I’m still leaning toward backing the Lions to cover it. Detroit is 5-1 against the spread on the year. Tennessee, meanwhile, is 1-5 ATS.
• Moneyline: Titans +455 / Lions -625
  There’s little value in betting the Lions straight-up, but the Titans also have a zero percent chance of winning this football game. Avoid the moneyline like the plague.
• Total: 45.5
  By taking the over, you’re basically hoping for the Lions to score 35-plus points. It’s very, very doable.

Betting Trends:

• The Titans are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games.
• The Lions are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
• The total has gone under in 4 of the Lions’ last 6 games.

Prediction: Lions -11.5, Over 45.5
Best Bet: Over 45.5 (-110)

Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns Odds

The Baltimore Ravens will continue a 2-game road swing to face their AFC North rivals, the Cleveland Browns. The Ravens are in top form, riding an opportunistic defense and an unstoppable running game led by Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry. The Browns lost again in Week 7, but perhaps things are looking up. Deshaun Watson – arguably the NFL’s worst human and quarterback – went down with a season-ending Achilles injury on Sunday.

The Ravens got off to an 0-2 start, but that feels like ancient history now. Baltimore has since rattled off 5 consecutive wins, including a 41-31 triumph over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night. It’s looking increasingly likely that Lamar Jackson will push for a 2nd straight MVP award, as well. Jackson was terrific again on Monday, throwing for a season-high 5 touchdowns in the rout of the Buccaneers.

Henry has been one of the best additions any team made this offseason, as well. The former NFL rushing champ is again leading the league in rushing yards (873), which is over 200 more than Jordan Mason, who ranked 2nd. Henry has topped 100 rushing yards in 4 of the last 5 games, as well.

Cleveland, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency this season. With Watson out for the season, the Browns will likely turn to Jameis Winston moving forward. Jameis is a proven NFL QB, and I’d argue he’s a pretty clear upgrade over this version of Watson. Cleveland also got running back Nick Chubb back from a severe knee injury in Week 7, and his presence should boost the run game.

While I think Winston will make the Browns more competitive, it’s still hard to bet against a Ravens team that looks like a juggernaut and potentially the best team in football. This is another huge spread (BAL -10), especially with the Ravens on the road. I don’t hate taking a shot on Cleveland to cover.

Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns Predictions

• Spread: Ravens -10 (-110)
  Given Baltimore’s recent dominance, a double-digit spread seems justified. However, division games are often closer than expected.
• Moneyline: Ravens -485 / Browns +370
  The Browns may be rejuvenated, but asking them to win this game outright is still asking an awful lot.
• Total: 42.5
  I think there’s merit to taking the over, especially given the Ravens’ offensive prowess.

Betting Trends:

• The Ravens are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games.
• The Browns are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games.
• The total has gone under in 4 of the Ravens’ last 6 games.

Prediction: Browns +10, Over 42.5
Best Bet: Browns +10 (-110)

Green Bay Packers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Odds

The Green Bay Packers travel to Florida to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in a game that features two teams moving in opposite directions. The Packers are looking to stay competitive in the NFC playoff race, while the Jaguars are still finding their footing. Both teams picked up wins in Week 7, however. The Packers managed to outlast the Houston Texans at home, while the Jags snagged a much-needed victory in London over the hapless New England Patriots.

Travis Etienne missed Sunday’s game with an injury, which forced backup running back Tank Bigsby into a starting role. Even when Etienne returns, he may no longer be the starter. Bigsby has been the more effective back so far this year, and he made the most of his rare starting opportunity against New England. Bigsby powered the Jaguars to victory by rushing for 118 yards on 26 carries with a couple of touchdowns.

Jacksonville has been looking for answers offensively all year long, and perhaps they’ve found it. If they can consistently run the ball, that’ll make life easier for Trevor Lawrence and the aerial attack. One bright spot all year has been the play of rookie receiver Brian Thomas Jr., who had another big game in Week 7. The LSU product caught 5 passes for 89 yards and a touchdown. For the season, the rookie leads a talented Jaguars passing attack with 513 yards on 30 catches with 4 TDs.

The Packers are off to an impressive 5-2 start after Sunday’s win over a talented Houston team. This offense has been a handful for opposing defenses all year thanks to Jordan Love and Josh Jacobs. Love has thrown multiple touchdown passes in all 5 of his appearances so far this season, while Jacobs is averaging a solid 4.5 yards per carry in his first season in Green Bay.

Green Bay’s defense has been opportunistic, as well. The Packers lead the NFL with 17 total takeaways on the year, which is 3 more than any other team. Jacksonville has only turned the ball over 7 times all year, so this will be an intriguing clash of styles.

Green Bay Packers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Predictions

• Spread: Packers -4.5 (-110)
  The Packers should be able to cover this spread, as they have the offensive firepower to outscore the Jaguars.
• Moneyline: Packers -205 / Jaguars +170
  Green Bay is a solid favorite, but Jacksonville at home could be worth a look for upset-minded bettors. Perhaps they can use last week’s victory as a springboard after a ragged start to the season.
• Total: 49.5
  Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games, so the over is the more attractive option here.

Betting Trends:

• The Packers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
• The Jaguars are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 home games.
• The total has gone over in 6 of the Packers’ last 7 games.

Prediction: Packers -4.5, Over 49.5
Best Bet: Over 49.5 (-110)

Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans Odds

The Houston Texans host the Indianapolis Colts in a key AFC South matchup. This will be the second and final meeting between the old rivals after the Texans picked up a narrow win in Indianapolis back in Week 1. The Texans fell at Lambeau Field last week, while the Colts stole a close win over the struggling Miami Dolphins at home.

The Texans will be looking to get the offense back on track after a horrid performance against the Packers. While Joe Mixon was phenomenal, C.J. Stroud and the passing attack didn’t hold up their end of the bargain. Stroud was uncharacteristically held to just 10-for-21 passing for 86 yards and no touchdowns. Tank Dell didn’t catch a single pass, which was rather shocking for a Houston offense missing its top pass-catcher, Nico Collins.

Houston still comfortably leads the division at 5-2, however, and Mixon has been a bright spot when healthy. The former Cincinnati Bengal has carried the ball 77 times for 401 yards with 5 total touchdowns through 4 games. He missed a few games with an ankle injury, but he’s topped 100 yarsd rushing in both games since his return. He gashed the Colts for 159 yards on 30 carries back in Week 1, so stopping him should be Indy’s top defensive priority in this rematch.

Indianapolis, meanwhile, has struggled, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. If the Colts hope to stay competitive in this game, they will need to rely on their defense to slow down the Texans and limit big plays from Stroud and Mixon. The Colts kept the Dolphins’ primary playmakers in check on Sunday, but they also benefited from Miami’s miserable quarterback play.

The jury is still out on whether Anthony Richardson is capable of being the Colts’ franchise QB. As of now, it’s not looking too likely. Richardson struggled again against Miami, completing just 10 of his 24 throws for 129 yards. His completion percentage for the season is now south of 50%, which is simply untenable for an NFL quarterback. If Jonathan Taylor is still sidelined by his injury, the Colts are going to have issues putting points on the board in this spot.

Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans Predictions

• Spread: Texans -6.5 (-110)
  This spread is a little wider than I’d like, but I have no confidence in the Colts’ offense as long as Richardson is taking the snaps. This is a good bounce-back spot for Houston at home.
• Moneyline: Colts +235 / Texans -290
  Houston is a significant favorite at home, and while the Colts have shown resilience, it’s hard to back them on the moneyline.
• Total: 46
  This game is in a dome, but neither offense has fired on all cylinders early in the year. I’d have more faith in the over if Joe Flacco were under center for Indy.

Betting Trends:

• The Colts are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games.
• The Texans are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 home games.
• The total has gone under in 4 of the Texans’ last 5 games.

Prediction: Texans -6.5, Under 46
Best Bet: Texans -6.5 (-110)

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Cincinnati Bengals Odds

The Philadelphia Eagles visit the Cincinnati Bengals in what promises to be one of the most exciting matchups of the week. Both teams are contenders in their respective conferences, and this game could have major playoff implications. Neither has quite lived up to expectations to this point, but the season is still relatively young.

The Eagles barely broke a sweat in their 28-3 demolition of the woeful New York Giants on Sunday. Jalen Hurts accounted for 3 total touchdowns – including 2 rushing scores – while Saquon Barkley dominated his former team. Barkley said he wasn’t vengeful, yet he went out there and rushed for 176 yards on 17 carries with a touchdown against what has been a fairly stout Giants defense.

Philly’s defense also enjoyed its best day of the season by a wide margin. While there’s plenty of talent on this unit, they’ve largely struggled. However, they held the Giants to just 3 points and sacked Daniel Jones and Drew Lock a total of 8 times. The pass rush will be an area of focus again this week, as pressuring Joe Burrow will be a key to the Eagles’ success on the road here.

Nothing has come easy for the Bengals, but they did improve to 3-4 with a 21-14 road win over the Browns in Week 7. Cincinnati hardly lit the world on fire offensively, but it was just enough to get past a languishing Cleveland offense. Joe Burrow threw touchdown passes to Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase, while their first score came on a kickoff return TD to begin the game.

If they’re going to make a run in the AFC, Cincinnati absolutely needs to get more from the ground game. They carried the ball 25 times for just 59 yards against the Browns, which comes out to a middling average of 2.4 yards per attempt. Brown did get 9 more carries than Zack Moss, however, which is a signal that he’ll get the first crack at the carries moving forward.

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Cincinnati Bengals Predictions

• Spread: Eagles +3 (+115)
  The Bengals are at home, but they haven’t been too convincing to begin the season. We can say the same of the Eagles, of course, but I like the value here as slight road underdogs.
• Moneyline: Eagles +124 / Bengals -148
  The Bengals are slight favorites at home, but Philadelphia has what it takes to pull off the upset. Give me the Philly side at plus money.
• Total: 47.5
  With two high-powered offenses on display, the over looks like a solid bet in this matchup.

Betting Trends:

• The Eagles are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 road games.
• The Bengals are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games.
• The total has gone over in 4 of the Eagles’ last 5 games.

Prediction: Eagles +3, Over 47.5
Best Bet: Eagles ML (+124)

New York Jets vs. New England Patriots Odds

The New York Jets host the New England Patriots in an AFC East rivalry game. The Jets are heavy favorites here against a Patriots team that may well be the NFL’s worst.

New York hasn’t been very convincing to begin the season despite their lofty expectations, however. Sunday’s heartless loss in Pittsburgh dropped the Jets to just 2-5 on the year, and they’re already running out of time with the Buffalo Bills seemingly running away with the division. New York traded for Davante Adams last week, yet the former Raider caught just 3 of his 9 targets for 30 yards in his team debut.

Fortunately, this is a good bounce-back spot against a Patriots defense that was crushed by Tank Bigsby, Brian Thomas Jr., and the Jaguars’ offense in London last week. New England has been gouged by opposing running backs all year, so the spot sets up awfully nicely for Breece Hall. Hall was one of the few bright spots for the Jets last week, as he topped 100 yards from scrimmage and added a touchdown.

While the Pats are in the midst of another lost year, they do seem to have found something in rookie QB Drake Maye. The No. 3 overall pick in April’s draft has completed 64 percent of his throws for 541 yards with 5 touchdown passes through a little more than 2 games’ worth of action. He didn’t turn the ball over against Jacksonville last week, which was a step in the right direction after a 3-turnover showing in his first start 2 games ago.

Unfortunately, Maye doesn’t have much talent at his disposal in this offense. Rhamondre Stevenson racked up just 18 rushing yards, while the Patriots are still waiting for one of their young receivers to step up. It doesn’t look like it’ll be Ja’Lynn Polk, who was held without a catch on Sunday.

New York Jets vs. New England Patriots Predictions

• Spread: Jets -7 (-110)
  The Jets’ defense has been formidable, and with the Patriots’ offensive woes, it’s hard to imagine New England covering this spread.
• Moneyline: Jets -325 / Patriots +260
  The Jets are heavy favorites, and while New England offers decent value on the moneyline, it’s a tough bet to back given their recent form.
• Total: 41.5
  With both teams featuring underwhelming offenses, the under looks like the safer play in this game.

Betting Trends:

• The Jets are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games.
• The Patriots are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games.
• The total has gone under in 5 of the last 6 meetings between these teams.

Prediction: Jets -7, Under 41.5
Best Bet: Under 41.5 (-110)

Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Odds

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are slight underdogs at home as they take on the Atlanta Falcons in an NFC South battle. Both teams have had up-and-down seasons, making this matchup a critical one for staying competitive in the division. Both teams also took tough losses in Week 7. The Bucs fell at home to the Ravens on Monday Night Football, while the Falcons surprisingly fell by 20 points at home to the Seattle Seahawks.

Tampa Bay showed good fight in the game against Baltimore after falling into an early deficit, but it came at a cost. Mike Evans (hamstring) and Chris Godwin (ankle) both left the game with injuries. Evans is considered week-to-week, while Godwin will undergo season-ending surgery. The Godwin news is particularly damaging considering he’s been the Bucs’ best offensive player this season. They’re going to have a difficult time replicating his reliability, though they’ll hope the likes of Jalen McMillan, Sterling Shepard, and Cade Otton can step up in his absence.

It’s tough to know what to make of the Falcons. Atlanta won an impressive shootout over the Buccaneers just a few weeks ago, but the home loss to the Seahawks raised eyebrows. Kirk Cousins turned the ball over 3 times and only averaged 6.6 yards per throw against Seattle, and reigning in the turnovers will be a major key all season for this offense. There are playmakers all over the field, but they’ll struggle if Cousins can’t take care of the football.

Even with the Tampa Bay offense banged up, I think this is another potential shootout. These 2 teams combined for 66 points when they met in Atlanta just 3 weeks ago. NFL handicappers have shifted this line considerably in light of the Bucs’ injury news. They opened as 3-point favorites, yet they’re now 2.5-point home ‘dogs.

Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Predictions

• Spread: Falcons -2.5 (-110)
  The Falcons are road favorites with the Buccaneers banged up, but I don’t trust Atlanta on the road.
• Moneyline: Falcons -142/ Buccaneers +120
  I like the value on the Bucs as a home underdog at +120. Atlanta hasn’t sold me on anything yet.
• Total: 46.5
  Both offenses should be able to put points on the board, while the defenses have struggled. The over on 46.5 looks solid.

Betting Trends:

• The Falcons are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 road games.
• The Buccaneers are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 home games.
• The total has gone under in 4 of the Falcons’ last 6 games.

Prediction: Buccaneers +2.5, Over 46.5
Best Bet: Over 46.5 (-110)

Arizona Cardinals vs. Miami Dolphins Odds

The Miami Dolphins are slight favorites as they host the Arizona Cardinals in an exciting non-conference clash. The Dolphins’ offense has been stuck in the mud in recent weeks, but it sounds as though Tua Tagovailoa will return from his concussion for this game. Tyler Huntley was clearly not the answer, and Tua’s return should bring some much-needed oomph back to this offense.

When healthy, this is arguably the most dynamic unit in the league. Tua’s return should be music to the ears of Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, who were largely uninvolved with Huntley taking the snaps. Neither Pro Bowl receiver even had a target at halftime of Miami’s last game in Indianapolis, but you can bet they’ll be involved early and often if Tagovailoa starts on Sunday.

Keeping him healthy will be the key, of course. This wasn’t Tagovailoa’s first concussion by any means, and some feared his last one could have been career-ending. Look for the Dolphins to get De’Von Achane and Raheem Mostert going again. This was one of the more devastating rushing tandems in the league last year, but they’ve been quiet so far in ’24. A matchup against a middling Arizona defense at home may be just what the doctor ordered.

The Cardinals improved to 3-4 on the year with a last-second win at home over the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday night. While Arizona has shown some flashes, I don’t really think this is a good team. They’ll win a game on occasion, but they’re largely underwhelming. Kyler Murray’s dual-threat ability was on display against the Bolts, as he threw for 145 yards and rushed for 67 more while accounting for a pair of touchdowns.

Marvin Harrison Jr. entered the league with all sorts of hype, but the Ohio State product hasn’t gotten his feet under him just yet. Harrison was quiet again on Monday night, catching just 3 passes for 21 yards on 6 targets.

Arizona Cardinals vs. Miami Dolphins Predictions

• Spread: Dolphins -3 (-110)
  Assuming Tua returns, I expect the Dolphins’ offense to bounce back to life. This spread looks too low.
• Moneyline: Cardinals +130 / Dolphins -155
  The Cardinals offer value as underdogs, but Miami’s consistency at home makes them the safer pick.
• Total: 47.5
  Both teams are capable of putting points on the board, while they have defensive question marks. I like the over.

Betting Trends:

• The Cardinals are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 road games.
• The Dolphins are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games.
• The total has gone over in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these teams.

Prediction: Dolphins -3, Over 47.5
Best Bet: Dolphins -3 (-110)

Buffalo Bills vs. Seattle Seahawks Odds

The Buffalo Bills travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks in what could be one of the more exciting matchups of Week 8. Buffalo has established itself as a top-tier team, with Josh Allen leading one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL. The Seahawks are far from a cakewalk of a matchup, however, as they picked up an impressive road win in Atlanta last week.

It took a while for Buffalo to find its footing in Week 7, but they blitzed the Titans for 34 unanswered points after falling into an early 10-0 hole. Josh Allen threw for 323 yards and a couple of touchdowns, while rookie receiver Keon Coleman (4 catches, 125 yards) enjoyed the best game of his young career. Amari Cooper – who came over in a trade from the Browns last week – also scored a touchdown on his first reception with the team.

Keeping that passing game in check will be a challenge for the Seahawks. Seattle fared well against another high-octane offense in Atlanta last week, however. The Seahawks were one of the most porous pass defenses in football last season, but they’ve improved quite a bit under first-year head coach Mike Macdonald. Seattle picked off Kirk Cousins twice and otherwise frustrated the Falcons en route to surrendering just 14 points.

We’ll see if DK Metcalf will suit up for Saettle this week. After racking up 99 yards with a touchdown in just the first half on Sunday, Metcalf wound up leaving the game with an apparent knee injury in the second half. Metcalf is easily the Seahawks’ most imposing pass-catcher, and it’s fair to assume this offense will struggle if he misses time. Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Tyler Lockett would presumably see bigger target shares, but neither diminutive receiver profiles as a legit NFL WR1.

Instead, Seattle may have to rely on Kenneth Walker III and the ground game. Despite carrying a questionable tag into the game against the Falcons, Walker averaged 4.9 yards per carry and added a touchdown. The Bills have been porous against the run, so don’t be surprised if the Seahawks make a point of getting Walker going early and often.

Buffalo Bills vs. Seattle Seahawks Predictions

• Spread: Bills -3 (-105)
  Buffalo’s offense gives them the edge, and while playing in Seattle is tough, they should be able to cover this spread.
• Moneyline: Bills -148 / Seahawks +124
  The Seahawks offer some value as home underdogs, but Buffalo’s consistent performance this season makes them the safer bet. It is a long trip out to the PNW, however.
• Total: 48.5
  Both teams have potent offenses, so the over is an attractive option in this matchup.

Betting Trends:

• The Bills are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
• The Seahawks are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 home games.
• The total has gone over in 4 of the Bills’ last 5 road games.

Prediction: Bills -3, Over 48.5
Best Bet: Over 48.5 (-110)

New Orleans Saints vs. Los Angeles Chargers Odds

The Los Angeles Chargers return home to take on the New Orleans Saints after a heartbreaking loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 7. The Chargers haven’t played poorly this season, but they’re quite challenged offensively. LA failed to score a single touchdown on Monday night, as they instead got 5 field goals from kicker Cameron Dicker in a 17-15 defeat.

Getting the running game going will be the key for Los Angeles week-in and week-out. JK Dobbins didn’t get much of anything going against Arizona. While Justin Herbert threw for over 300 yards, he failed to connect with any of his pass-catchers in the end zone. They’re also dealing with injuries. Quentin Johnston and Hayden Hurst missed Monday’s game, and we don’t yet know whether they’ll be healthy enough to return for this one.

New Orleans has had a rollercoaster season. They kicked off the season with back-to-back 40-point outbursts in wins over the Panthers and Cowboys, but they haven’t won a game since. Injuries have also mounted, as all of Derek Carr, Rashid Shaheed, and Chris Olave missed their blowout loss to the Broncos last Thursday night.

Carr isn’t expected to return from his oblique injury this week, which means we’ll likely see another start for rookie QB Spencer Rattler. If they can’t establish a consistent run game behind Alvin Kamara – which they couldn’t last week – New Orleans could be in for another long afternoon on Sunday. At least they’ll get to enjoy the nice LA weather, though.

New Orleans Saints vs. Los Angeles Chargers Predictions

• Spread: Chargers -7.5 (-110)
  While the Saints are inept, I certainly don’t trust the Chargers to score enough points to comfortably cover a spread this large. I’d avoid the spread entirely from a betting standpoint.
• Moneyline: Saints +300 / Chargers -380
  The Chargers should win this game, but should LA be a -380 favorite against anybody? New Orleans isn’t a bad long-shot bet by any means at +300.
• Total: 39.5
  These offenses are both horrible, while the defenses have fared well enough. Looks like an easy under.

Betting Trends:

• The Saints are 3-4 ATS in their last 7 games.
• The Chargers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games as home favorites.
• The total has gone under in 5 of the Saints’ last 6 games.

Prediction: Saints +7.5, Under 39.5
Best Bet: Under 39.5 (-110)

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders Odds

The Kansas City Chiefs take on their divisional rivals, the Las Vegas Raiders, in a game where the Chiefs are heavy favorites. Kansas City has once again shown why they are Super Bowl contenders, with Patrick Mahomes leading a high-powered offense that is tough to stop. The Raiders, meanwhile, are the opposite in every regard. Las Vegas is just 2-5 on the year, and they somehow seem to get worse with each passing game.

Kansas City has battled countless injuries, yet they’re off to a 6-0 start ahead of this rivalry showdown. Rashee Rice and Marquise Brown are out for the season. Isiah Pacheco is sidelined. JuJu Smith-Schuster left last week’s game with a hamstring injury. In spite of it all, Mahomes and co. are still at the top and looking down on the rest of the AFC.

Mahomes hasn’t been at his best this season, especially from a statistical standpoint. He actually has more interceptions (8) than touchdown passes (6), and he hasn’t thrown a TD pass since Week 4. Regardless, they’re still undefeated after a solid 28-18 win in a Super Bowl 58 rematch against the San Francisco 49ers last week.

It’s hard to imagine the Raiders winning many more games this season. Aidan O’Connell left Sunday’s game with a left thumb injury, which forced Gardner Minshew back into the lineup just 2 weeks after he was benched. Minshew completed a paltry 15 of 34 passes for 154 yards and 3 interceptions on Sunday. Brock Bowers – 10 catches for 93 yards – remains a bright spot, but the Raiders’ offense is otherwise completely hopeless.

Even with Mahomes not at his best, it’s hard to imagine the Raiders putting up much of a fight here. Kansas City is 5-1 against the spread this year, but they haven’t been favored this heavily (-9.5), either.

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders Predictions

• Spread: Chiefs -9.5 (-112)
  The Chiefs’ offense hasn’t been all that impressive this season, but the Chiefs’ defense should have little issue handling the pathetic Raiders.
• Moneyline: Chiefs -455 / Raiders +350
  Kansas City is a heavy favorite, so there’s not much value on the moneyline. The Raiders could offer some upside for those who think they can pull off a shocker. I am not one of those people, however.
• Total: 42
  This game is taking place in a dome, so I don’t hate a flier on the over on 42 points.

Betting Trends:

• The Chiefs are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games as favorites.
• The Raiders are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games against Kansas City.
• The total has gone over in 4 of the last 6 matchups between these teams.

Prediction: Chiefs -9.5, Over 42
Best Bet: Chiefs -9.5 (-112)

Carolina Panthers vs. Denver Broncos Odds

Well, folks, this game looks disgusting. The Carolina Panthers looked a little more frisky immediately after they replaced Bryce Young with Andy Dalton, but the good vibes are gone again. Carolina fell to 1-6 on the year with a grim 40-7 loss in Washington to the Commanders on Sunday. The game was essentially over before it started, as Dalton threw a pick-6 on Carolina’s first drive. They’ll head west to take on the Denver Broncos this week.

The Broncos are sizable 7.5-point favorites in this one, which is certainly something given Denver’s own offensive troubles. The Broncos picked up a stress-free 33-10 over the New Orleans Saints last week, and the defense was again the story. Denver held Alvin Kamara to just 24 yards from scrimmage, while Spencer Rattler struggled mightily in his 2nd NFL start.

Can Denver’s offense score enough to cover this spread? Javonte Williams scored a couple of touchdowns an ran for 88 yards in his best game of the season, but this passing attack has been terrible under rookie QB Bo Nix. Nix didn’t account for a touchdown in New Orleans while totaling just 164 yards on 6.3 yards per attempt through the air. The Panthers have the NFL’s worst defense, though, so something has to give in this matchup.

We’ll see if the Panthers can muster any offense against a Denver defense that has vastly exceeded expectations early in the season. Chuba Hubbard figures to play a major role again, as he’s averaged an impressive 5.2 yards per carry as Carolina’s primary back.

Carolina Panthers vs. Denver Broncos Predictions

• Spread: Broncos -7.5 (-112)
  Denver’s defense has been extremely impressive, but I’m having a very hard time talking myself into this offense being able to cover such a large spread.
• Moneyline: Panthers +295 / Broncos -375
  If I’m betting on the Panthers, I’d much rather take them to cover the spread. After last week’s dismal showing, I’m not sure they’re capable of going into Denver and actually pulling off a win.
• Total: 43.5
  I figured this total would be in the upper 30s, so the 43.5 number is a surprise. While the Panthers’ defense his a horror show, I still think the under is far more likely.

Betting Trends:

• The Panthers are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games.
• The Broncos are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 home games.
• The total has gone under in 5 of the Panthers’ last 7 games.

Prediction: Broncos -7.5, Under 43.5
Best Bet: Under 43.5 (-112)

Chicago Bears vs. Washington Commanders Odds

This was supposed to be a showdown between Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, but it appears as though the injury gods have denied us a matchup between the top 2 picks in the most recent draft. Daniels went down with a rib injury in the Washington Commanders‘ easy win over the Panthers last week, and head coach Dan Quinn said that the former Heisman Trophy is officially week-to-week. As a result, we’re likely to see Marcus Mariota get the start under center for Washington in this one.

The Chicago Bears have rattled off 3 straight wins after starting the season 1-2. They also have the benefit of coming off of their bye last week on the heels of a 35-16 thrashing of the Jaguars in London back in Week 6. The Bears have scored at least 24 points in each of those games, which is a welcome sign after Williams struggled to begin his career.

The USC product threw a career-high 4 touchdown passes against Jacksonville. 2 of those passes went to Keenan Allen, while the other 2 went to tight end Cole Kmet. Williams and Allen have quickly developed a solid rapport, while D’Andre Swift has also gotten going in the ground game after a miserable start to 2024. After rushing for just 68 yards through Weeks 1 and 3 combined, Swift has popped off for 257 yards and 3 TDs over the last 3 weeks.

The Commanders had no problem with the Panthers on Sunday, but this will be a significantly stiffer task. Mariota is one of the NFL’s better backup QBs, though, and the offense shouldn’t change too much considering he offers similar rushing upside to Daniels. He fared well enough in relief of Daniels on Sunday, completing 18 of his 23 throws for 205 yards and a couple of TDs. Mariota also carried the ball another 11 times for 34 yards.

Daniels isn’t officially out yet, but I’d imagine the line will shift further in favor of Chicago if we do ultimately get that news later in the week. As a result, I love the idea of betting on Bears -1 while we can still get it.

Chicago Bears vs. Washington Commanders Predictions

• Spread: Bears -1 (-108)
  With Chicago being slight favorites, this could be a toss-up game. The Bears’ offense should give them the slight edge, especially if Daniels sits out for Washington.
• Moneyline: Bears -115 / Commanders -105
  There’s value on both sides here, but I slightly prefer the Bears as a road ‘dog.
• Total: 46.5
  Even if Mariota starts, this game has sneaky shootout potential. I like the over.

Betting Trends:

• The Bears are 3-1 ATS in their last 4 games.
• The Commanders are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games.
• The total has gone under in 3 of the Commanders’ last 5 games.

Prediction: Bears -1, Over 46.5
Best Bet: Bears -1 (-108)

Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers Odds

The Dallas Cowboys head to San Francisco to take on the 49ers in a primetime showdown between a pair of old-school NFC rivals. Both teams are playoff contenders, and this game could have major implications for seeding in the NFC. Despite high preseason expectations, neither team has quite lived up to the hype just yet.

San Francisco fell to 3-4 on the year with a disheartening home loss to the Chiefs on Sunday. Injuries have been the story for this team, however. Christian McCaffrey is unlikely to return from his Achilles injuries this week, while Deebo Samuel missed Sunday’s game thanks to a bout with pneumonia. Brandon Aiyuk suffered a season-ending knee injury in that game, while Jauan Jennings sat out with an injury of his own. On the bright side, rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall made his NFL debut after missing the first several weeks after getting shot just before the season began.

Pearsall’s return couldn’t have come at a better time. Samuel’s status for Sunday is still up in the air, though Jennings should return. Regardless, Brock Purdy is going to be working with a skeleton crew in this one after struggling mightily against Kansas City. Purdy was held without a touchdown pass and threw 3 interceptions against the Chiefs, though he did also rush for a couple of scores.

San Francisco’s defense is likely going to have to carry them if they have any real hope of contending for another NFC title. That unit has largely been up to the task thus far, but the offense may have to get something going in order to keep up with Dallas.

The Cowboys are coming off of a bye after they were obliterated on their home field by the Detroit Lions a couple of weeks ago. Having 2 weeks to plan for this game could give Dallas an advantage, and don’t be surprised if they try to get CeeDee Lamb going. The 25-year-old is off to a weirdly slow start to the season after racking up more than 1,700 receiving yards with 12 touchdowns in 2023. Through 6 games, Lamb has just 32 catches (55 targets) for 467 yards and 2 TDs.

Unfortunately for Dak Prescott, the running game hasn’t given him much help. Dallas essentially declined to address their need for a running back in the offseason, and it’s cost them dearly early on. The Cowboys are averaging just 3.5 yards per carry as a team, which is the lowest mark in football.

Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers Predictions

• Spread: 49ers -5.5 (-112)
  San Francisco’s defense gives them the edge here, and with home-field advantage, they should be able to cover the spread. Dallas is too one-dimensional offensively.
• Moneyline: Cowboys +200 / 49ers -245
  The Cowboys could be worth a look as underdogs, but the 49ers’ consistency makes them the safer bet.
• Total: 47.5
  Given the 49ers’ injuries and the Cowboys’ struggles, the under isn’t a bad flier.

Betting Trends:

• The Cowboys are 2-4 ATS in their last 6 road games.
• The 49ers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
• The total has gone over in 4 of the Cowboys’ last 5 games.

Prediction: 49ers -5.5, Over 47.5
Best Bet: 49ers -5.5 (-112)

New York Giants vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Odds

The Pittsburgh Steelers take on the New York Giants in a Monday Night Football matchup. This is the 2nd straight week in which the Steelers will face a New York team in primetime after their 37-15 drubbing of the Jets last Sunday night. Again, I ask: who wants to watch this crap?

Mike Tomlin drew some heat for his decision to start Russell Wilson over Justin Fields last week, especially after Fields led the Steelers to a 4-2 record to start the campaign. However, Wilson and Tomlin had the last laugh. Wilson looks terrific in his team debut, throwing for 264 yards with a pair of touchdown passes as Pittsburgh romped its way to a season-high 37 points.

Whether Wilson can keep it up remains to be seen, but I’d imagine George Pickens was happy to see the QB switch. After having previously complained about his usage, Pickens went off for 5 catches and 111 yards with a touchdown against the Jets.

The Giants, on the other hand, have seen better days. New York mustered just a field goal in a 28-3 home loss to the Eagles last week in one of the week’s most dismal showings. Daniel Jones was sacked 7 times before ultimately getting benched in the 4th quarter in favor of Drew Lock. Jones will start again this week, however, as the Giants really have no choice but to do so given his lucrative contract.

We’ll see if he can reestablish a connection with Malik Nabers in this one. After missing 2 games with a concussion, Nabers was limited to just 4 catches for 41 yards against Philadelphia. That came on the heels of Nabers leading all receivers with 35 catches for 386 yards through the first 4 weeks of the season.

This looks like a pretty clear mismatch, especially with the Steelers at home. The Giants’ defense has shown some fight this season, but the offense runs the risk of no-showing every single week.

New York Giants vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Predictions

• Spread: Steelers -6.5 (-112)
  The Steelers’ defense should be able to contain the Giants, making them a good pick to cover the spread. The offense looked spry last week, too.
• Moneyline: Giants +230 / Steelers -285
  The Steelers are heavy favorites, and while the Giants offer some value as underdogs, it’s hard to back them with confidence.
• Total: 36
  This total is remarkably low, so I think the over on 36 is attainable.

Betting Trends:

• The Giants are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games.
• The Steelers are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 home games.
• The total has gone under in 4 of the last 6 matchups between these teams.

Prediction: Steelers -6.5, Under 36
Best Bet: Steelers -6.5 (-112)

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After reviewing the matchups, these wagers are our top picks for NFL Week 8:

• Vikings vs. Rams over 48 (-110)
• Buffalo Bills -3 (-105)
• Philadelphia Eagles +3 (-110)

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