NFL Week 8 picks, schedule, odds, injuries, fantasy tips

The Week 8 NFL schedule is full of exciting matchups, and our NFL Nation reporters have all the details you need to know. From key players to bold predictions, stats, betting nuggets, and fantasy football insights, we’ve got you covered. Get ready for a weekend of loaded NFL action, including Tua Tagovailoa’s potential return, the Cowboys hosting the 49ers, and a Monday Night Football matchup between the Giants and the Steelers. Dive into the full Week 8 slate to stay informed and prepared for all the exciting games ahead. The Titans are struggling to maintain their early success throughout entire games, while the Lions are wary of their history of losses against Tennessee. The Lions are favored to win, and the Titans may struggle to score without a touchdown. Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs is a fantasy X factor to watch. The Cardinals are seeking stability with back-to-back wins, while the Dolphins are hopeful for a spark with QB Tua Tagovailoa’s return. The Patriots aim to avoid a sweep by the Jets, with rookie QB Drake Maye showing promise. DE Haason Reddick could make an impact in his Jets debut with a potential sack. The New York Jets are favored to win against the New England Patriots due to the Patriots’ struggles, injuries, and poor performance against running backs. The Atlanta Falcons are facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are missing key players and need a strong performance from their defense. The Green Bay Packers are expected to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars, but Trevor Lawrence’s recent success could make the game closer than anticipated. Overall, injuries, fantasy players, and betting trends are key factors to consider in these matchups. The Texans are facing the Colts, who have been on a winning streak but struggle with rushing defense, which could benefit the Texans’ RB Joe Mixon. The Colts WR Alec Pierce is predicted to have a big play, while Mixon is expected to perform well in fantasy. The Colts have historically struggled against the Texans, who are favored to win this matchup. On the other hand, the Chargers are looking to improve their offensive performance against the struggling Saints defense. RB J.K. Dobbins is predicted to have a big game, while QB Justin Herbert could capitalize on the Saints’ defensive weaknesses. The Bills are aiming to improve their scoring on the road against the Seahawks, who are hoping a recent trade will help their defense. TE Dalton Kincaid is predicted to have a strong performance for the Bills, while WR Amari Cooper could make an impact in his second game with the team. This content provides predictions and insights for upcoming NFL matchups, focusing on the Bills vs. Seahawks, Panthers vs. Broncos, and Chiefs vs. Raiders games. Key storylines to watch, injury updates, fantasy X factors, betting nuggets, and bold predictions are highlighted for each game. The analysts offer their picks and the Football Power Index (FPI) predictions are also included. The content gives football fans a comprehensive overview of what to expect in these exciting matchups. With Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels’ status uncertain, their offense may rely more on their strong rushing game, which leads the NFL with 14 touchdowns. Washington’s defense has been improving, ranking fourth in points allowed and seventh in yards allowed in the past four weeks. The Bears’ offense has also been playing well lately. Commanders coach Dan Quinn is aiming to start 6-2 in his first season with the team. The Bears are predicted to hold Marcus Mariota to a low QBR, while the Commanders’ defense may struggle against Bears WR DJ Moore. In the Cowboys vs. 49ers matchup, the 49ers have had success against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott in the past. The Giants have struggled with home/road splits, with QB Daniel Jones performing better on the road. The Steelers face a tough challenge against the Giants’ strong pass rush led by Dexter Lawrence II. Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith is predicted to have a big game with multiple sacks.