The 2026 NFL season reaches its midway point with a Week 8 slate featuring several high-profile games. CBS Sports' SportsLine experts have released their predictions and player prop picks for every contest, drawing on team trends, statistical metrics, and injury reports.
Sunday's early window includes Cardinals vs. Cowboys, where the pick is Kendrick Bourne over 31.5 receiving yards, citing increased opportunity after Jalen Brooks went on injured reserve. Falcons vs. Buccaneers favors Tampa Bay at -2.5, with Baker Mayfield's historical success against Atlanta noted. Ravens vs. Bills highlights Zay Flowers over 76.5 receiving yards, as the Bills' pass defense ranks last in EPA allowed per dropback. Browns vs. Steelers leans Pittsburgh at -3.5, referencing an 11-0 ATS home streak in AFC North games. Colts vs. Jaguars features Parker Washington over 64.5 receiving yards, exploiting a potential slot corner injury for Indianapolis. Raiders vs. Jets backs New York at -1.5, citing travel fatigue for Las Vegas and Geno Smith's motivation. Vikings vs. Lions favors Detroit at -3, with Minnesota's offense struggling to generate explosive plays.
Later Sunday games include Titans vs. Bengals, with Ja'Marr Chase over 73.5 receiving yards against a Tennessee pass defense ranking 27th in EPA per play. Chargers vs. Rams picks Kyren Williams over 58.5 rushing yards, as Los Angeles' run defense allows 105 yards per game to running backs. Chiefs vs. Broncos has Kansas City at -1.5, viewed as a buy-low spot after a tough loss and Denver's questionable offense with Jaylen Waddle potentially out. Patriots vs. Dolphins selects Hunter Henry over 35.5 receiving yards, targeting Miami's vulnerability at tight end. Sunday Night Football pits Eagles vs. Commanders, with Philadelphia at +6 despite injuries to DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks, while Washington misses Terry McLaurin and Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
Monday Night Football concludes the week with Bears vs. Seahawks, where Seattle is favored by -3 at home. The Seahawks' defense ranks second in points per drive allowed and explosive play percentage allowed, and Nick Emmanwori returns to full health, though left tackle Charles Cross is out with an ankle injury.
