CBS Sports has released its NFL Week 8 picks, predictions, and best bets for the upcoming slate of games. With four teams on bye (New Orleans, New York Giants, San Francisco, Houston), the remaining matchups offer several betting opportunities.
Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jaguars are favored by 10 points against the struggling Colts. Jacksonville, coming off a bye week, faces an Indianapolis offense that ranks among the worst in the league. Quarterback Daniel Jones has thrown interceptions in all but one game this season. Projected score: Jaguars 33, Colts 20. Pick: Jaguars -10.
Tennessee Titans at Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals are 12.5-point favorites after a strong second-half performance against Baltimore. The Titans traded defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and have a passing offense ranked 29th in passer rating. Projected score: Bengals 35, Titans 21. Pick: Bengals -12.5.
Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams
The Rams are favored by 6.5 points at SoFi Stadium. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert leads the league in turnover-worthy throw rate, while the Rams defense allows the fourth-fewest passing yards per game. Projected score: Rams 30, Chargers 17. Pick: Rams -6.5.
New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins
New England is a 7-point road favorite. The Patriots have a strong against-the-spread record on the road under coach Mike Vrabel, while Miami's defense allows a league-high passer rating. Projected score: Patriots 30, Dolphins 20. Pick: Patriots -7.
Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders
The Commanders are 6-point favorites at home after a bye week. Philadelphia is dealing with injuries, including running back Saquon Barkley's hamstring issue, and is 0-2 against the spread on the road. Projected score: Commanders 27, Eagles 17. Pick: Commanders -6.
Other Week 8 Picks
Additional picks include Cardinals +7 over Cowboys, Falcons +2.5 over Buccaneers, Ravens +3 over Bills, Steelers -3.5 over Browns, Raiders +1.5 over Jets, Lions -3 over Vikings, Chiefs -1.5 over Broncos, and Seahawks -3 over Bears on Monday night.
