Sep 24, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (33) carries the ball during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Looking at the NFL Week 8 odds and lines, we break down a case why each favorite should both win and cover their spreads.
Baltimore Ravens (-1.5) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Ravens have had a hard time holding onto leads, but against the Buccaneers, scoring seven points might be enough.
Denver Broncos at Jacksonville Jaguars (-3)
Have you seen Nathaniel Hackett coach a game? That should give you plenty of confidence in Jacksonville.
Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons (-4.5)
The Panthers showed up last week, but they don’t have the weaponry Atlanta does. Expect the Falcons to bounce back at home behind Drake London and Kyle Pitts.
Chicago Bears at Dallas Cowboys (-10.5)
Dallas is simply a much better team with a pass rush that should make Justin Fields’ life miserable behind a leaky offensive line.
Miami Dolphins (-3) at Detroit Lions
Why aren’t the Dolphins laying more points? Look for Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle to have massive days.
Arizona Cardinals at Minnesota Vikings (-3.5)
Minnesota is coming off the bye, and it gets the Cardinals in their building. The Vikings should be able to throw all over Arizona’s middling secondary.
Las Vegas Raiders (-2) at New Orleans Saints
The Saints have no quarterback, while the Raiders are 2-1 in their last three games with the only loss being 30-29 against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead.
New England Patriots (-2.5) at New York Jets
If there’s ever a game where Bill Belichick will have his team angry and motivated, this is it. Also, can Zach Wilson do enough without Breece Hall?
Pittsburgh Steelers at Philadelphia Eagles (-10.5)
The Eagles should handle the Steelers with ease, considering their pass rush and the inexperience of Kenny Pickett. Also, watch for Jalen Hurts to torment Pittsburgh’s defense.
Tennessee Titans (-1.5) at Houston Texans
How are the Titans barely laying points? They’ve won four straight while the Texans have but one win all year.
Washington Commanders at Indianapolis Colts (-3)
The Colts are hoping to breathe new life into their offense with Sam Ehlinger under center. It could be the spark they need.
San Francisco 49ers (-1.5) at Los Angeles Rams
The Rams are coming off their bye, but the offensive line is still a mess. Against the Niners, that spells doom.
New York Giants at Seattle Seahawks (-3)
Seattle is an incredible story, and it starts with Geno Smith. Both teams are good, but Seattle gets New York coming across the country.
Green Bay Packers at Buffalo Bills (-10.5)
Aaron Rodgers vs. Josh Allen sounds great until you realize one is playing like an MVP, and the actual reigning MVP is playing like a borderline starter.
Cincinnati Bengals (-3) at Cleveland Browns
Simply, the Bengals are a much better team with a much better offense.