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The NFL schedule makers continue to keep us on our toes as they threw in a “normal” volume of games for Week 8. All 32 teams will be playing, which ends a streak of three consecutive weeks with teams on a Bye. Additionally, there will be just one Monday Night Football game.
Week 8 features some important divisional matchups with the Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns, The Atlanta Flacons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders, and the Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans.
In addition to those contests, we have some exciting matchups with a big-time feel to them. First, we’ll see the Philadelphia Eagles head to Ohio to take on the Cincinnati Bengals. It’s the second time in three weeks that the Eagles are playing an AFC North team. This matchup will be the highlight of Sunday’s late-window of games.
Perhaps, the most compelling grid-iron battle of the week is an NFC clash between two bitter conference rivals as the Dallas Cowboys face the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football.
With that in mind, the full slate of NFL Week 8 Odds is not available as of yet. This means that there’s still plenty of time to examine our NFL betting analysis for information and predictions players, all 32 NFL teams, Divisions, Conferences, and the 2025 Super Bowl.
NFL Week 8 Odds
NFL Week 8 odds are not available as of yet. Check back as we get closer to the start of October and the NFL odds for this week become available.
NFL Week 8 Schedule
| Date | Time (ET) | Road Team | Home Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Oct. 24 | 8:15 PM | Minnesota Vikings | Los Angeles Rams |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | Baltimore Ravens | Cleveland Browns |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | Tennessee Titans | Detroit Lions |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | Arizona Cardinals | Miami Dolphins |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | New York Jets | New England Patriots |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | Atlanta Falcons | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | Chicago Bears | Washington Commanders |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | Green Bay Packers | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 1PM | Indianapolis Colts | Houston Texans |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 4:05 PM | New Orleans Saints | Los Angeles Chargers |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 4:05 PM | Buffalo Bills | Seattle Seahawks |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 4:25 PM | Philadelphia Eagles | Cincinnati Bengals |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 4:25 PM | Carolina Panthers | Denver Broncos |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 4:25 PM | Kansas City Chiefs | Las Vegas Raiders |
| Sunday, Oct. 27 | 8:20 PM | Dallas Cowboys | San Francisco 49ers |
| Monday, Oct. 28 | 8:15 PM | New York Giants | Pittsburgh Steelers |
Key NFL Week 8 Games
With Week 8 of the NFL season featuring most of the NFL teams, there are a few key Week 8 games that stand out from the rest:
Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
This AFC North battle pits the Baltimore Ravens against the Cleveland Browns, live from the “Dawg Pound.” In other words, it’s old Cleveland vs. new Cleveland, and it’s going to be an intense battle.
These two teams have played against each other 50 times and the Ravens have a commanding 36-14 lead in the rivalry. More recently, Baltimore has gone 6-3 against Cleveland over the last few seasons. Additionally, Cleveland is just 3-6 in their last nine home games against the Ravens. Last year, Baltimore crushed the Browns in Cleveland by the score of 28 to 3.
Both teams will be fighting for the AFC North title. And, both will need this Week 8 win in order to keep pace in the division and the conference.
Can the Ravens continue their recent success against the Browns or will Cleveland get some revenge for last year’s home blowout defeat?
Green Bay Packers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
The Green Bay Packers and the Jacksonville Jaguars have only played against each other seven times. The Packers own a 5-2 record over the Jags and have won three in a row. Additionally, the Jaguars are just 1-3 at home versus Green Bay.
It will be interesting to see how the Jaguars fare in Week 8 after playing two straight games in London. The Packers have a tough home matchup against the Houston Texans in Week 7, so they will certainly be battle tested coming into this Week 8 contest. This will also mark the fourth and final game for the Packers against the AFC South.
Will the Jaguars suffer from jet lag and drop another game to the Packers or will Jacksonville be able to end Green Bay’s winning streak in this series?
Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans
This is a big game for both AFC South teams. And, it’s their final regular season matchup as the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans also play in Week 1. So, the loser of this matchup could fall further behind in the AFC South standings.
Additionally, if one of these teams can win both matchups over the first half of the season, then they will have a big lead in the division.
The Colts hold a 33-11-1 advantage in this head-to-head series. These teams split their games last year. However, the Texans are just 1-5-1 in home games against Indy.
Can Houston buck their home losing trend against the Colts or will Indy continue to be a thorn in the side of the Texans?
Buffalo Bills vs. Seattle Seahawks
This game might not be as exciting as other Week 8 matchups, but it’s the exact kind of “trap” that the Buffalo Bills must avoid. It’s not easy for an East Coast team to travel to the West Coast and play in a rowdy environment. Additionally, the Seattle Seahawks could by fighting for a Wild Card spot if their team gels quickly after offseason changes.
Seattle has the slight edge in this series with an 8-6 all-time mark. The Bills are 3-2 in the last five meetings. The Seahawks are 6-3 all-time at home against Buffalo.
Can the Bills pick up this Week 8 victory or will the Seahawks continue their success at home against Buffalo?
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Cincinnati Bengals
For the second time in three weeks, the Philadelphia Eagles will take on an AFC North team. Additionally, this is the second time in three weeks that they battle a team from Ohio as Philly takes on the Cincinnati Bengals.
Both teams are jockeying for positions near the top of the standings in their respective divisions and conferences. Both teams will also need a big Week 8 victory to keep pace with their rivals and conference contenders.
The Bengals have dominated this series with a 9-3-2 all-time mark. Ironically, these two teams have played to two ties over their last five matchups. In addition to those ties, the Bengals have won three in a row. So, that means Philly is winless in the last five contests with an 0-3-2 record. Lastly, the Bengals are 4-0-1 in home games against the Eagles.
Could this be a preview of Super Bowl 59?
Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers
When you think of NFC rivalries over the last few decades, the Dallas Cowboys vs San Francisco 49ers are near the top of the list. In fact, if you remove the home-grown divisional rivalries, the Cowboys vs. 49ers is arguably the best rivalry in the NFC.
The two teams have played against each other 40 times, which includes nine Playoff meetings. The 49ers hold a very slight advantage with a 20-19-1 record. However, San Francisco has won three games in a row against Dallas.
You can’t forget the national beating that the 49ers gave the Cowboys last year, when they won by the score of 42-10. That was the biggest margin of victory between these two teams since the Cowboys beat the 49ers 59-14 in 1980.
Will Dallas get revenge or will the 49ers extend their winning streak over the Cowboys to four in a row?
NFL Week 8 Predictions
As we get closer to Week 8 of the 2024-25 NFL season, we will provide a variety of free NFL picks designed to help you make well-informed and strategic decisions. Our experts carefully analyze these NFL picks, leveraging the latest data, trends, and insider insights. Here are some of the categories that we’ll cover with our NFL Week 8 predictions:
- Best Pick Against the Spread (ATS): Our ATS pick highlights the best bet for teams expected to cover the point spread, providing valuable insights into which matchups offer the most potential for a profitable wager.
- Best Moneyline Pick: For those who prefer betting on outright winners, our moneyline pick offers a top selection based on a comprehensive analysis of team performance, player statistics, and other critical factors.
- Best Total Pick: Our total pick focuses on the over/under, helping you identify games where the total points scored will likely go over or under the set line. Detailed statistical models and game scenarios back this pick.
- Best Player Prop: Dive into individual player performances with our best player prop pick. Whether it’s passing yards, touchdowns, or receptions, we pinpoint standout player prop bets that offer excellent value.
- Best Team Prop: Explore team-centric bets with our best team prop pick. These can include total team points, turnovers, or specific team milestones, providing a broader range of betting opportunities.
NFL Week 8 Best Bets
In addition to breaking down the featured games of the week, we’ll also provide you with our best NFL Week 8 bets. You can place individual wagers on these NFL best bets or you can combine them for a potential NFL Week 8 parlay.
