NFL Week 8 Point Spread Picks

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NFL WEEK 8 – Predictions (Projected odds makers @ Oct.29.2020 – 12:00PM EST) 
 

Thursday Oct.29
 
Atlanta @ Carolina -2.5
The Atlanta Falcons got back to their old tricks last week in failing to hold a lead from a metal mistake from Todd Gurley. Trying to fall on the one-yard line to bleed the clock over scoring a touchdown gifted them another loss. This week they open week eight on Thursday Night and face the steady Panthers. Offense hasn’t been the issue for the most part for this team and will have to put up points on the road.
 
The Panthers on the other hand have been a pleasant surprise, even without their star Christian McCaffrey on the field. Teddy Bridgewater has been fabulous in supporting the deep pass, which should get loads of traction this week. Finally, Carolina was able to utilize DJ Moore the way most would’ve hoped and it appears chemistry is starting to build. In a massive division game on primetime – we’ll side with the home team to keep rolling.
ADF: CAR covers the spread @ -2.5 ATL 25 CAR 17 (L)
@SoJash: CAR covers the spread @ -2.5 ATL 25 CAR 17 (L)   

 
 
Sunday Nov.1
 
New England @ Buffalo -3.5
The Buffalo Bills find themselves in a situation where stumbling over the past three contests leaves them in a difficult spot. Beating the Jets last week was the safe bet, but not coming close to covering the mammoth spread Vegas gave was a giant disappointment. Hosting the Patriots who themselves have massive issues all over the field – we wonder if Buffalo will bring that killer instinct or just narrowly compete.
 
The New England Patriots have their own mess to clean up as they again underwhelmed last week, which forced Cam Newton to the bench. As we mentioned last week, this isn’t your Dad’s Patriots and the full rebuild could be underway soon. This is an important contest for this club to try and save what little hope they have in reaching the post season in a division that is up for grabs at this point. Using the run should be the game plan on a Bills defense that can’t stop a cold in that department. However, Buffalo should have enough to get by and get back on track.   
ADF: BUF covers the spread @ -3.5 NE 21 BUF 24 (L)
@SoJash: BUF covers the spread @ -3.5 NE 21 BUF 24 (L) 

Tennessee -5.5 @ Cincinnati
The Titans are building a reputation for themselves as a club that will never quit even in the worst circumstances. Derrick Henry was bottled up last week by the Steelers defense, which should’ve been expected, after his 200-plus yard performance the week prior. Taking travel to Cincinnati shouldn’t be the concern, but rather the Bengals offense which has been riding high these past several weeks. The defense will have their hands full, but riding Henry should again be the game plan.
 
The Bengals on the other hand have proven they aren’t far off from competing with teams ahead of them, but refinement in the roster next season will bring with it much more glory. Joe Burrow has looked great in his first seven games and has lifted the offense to levels we didn’t expect this early. While we would like to believe the Bengals would keep this close for 60-minutes – the Titans should be able to run free.
ADF: TEN covers the spread @ -5.5 TEN 20 CIN 31 (L)
@SoJash: TEN covers the spread @ -5.5 TEN 20 CIN 31 (L) 

  

Las Vegas @ Cleveland -2.5
The Cleveland Browns are a quiet 5-2 this season and have earned victories on the strength of their ground attack. However, last week showed a different tale, where Baker Mayfield put the club on his back after Odell Beckham was lost to injury. Hosting the Raiders who have been up and down but very competitive so far this season – this isn’t a slam dunk by any stretch to believe the Browns just need to show up and they will cover.
 
The Vegas Raiders have been very impressive for the most part, as they look to finally have a culture built on this club that is conducive to winning. Derek Carr has improved his overall play, which has brought Nelson Agholor back to life in an offense that could strike quickly. Having more than one offensive weapon to hit this Browns defense, which is led by Myles Garrett – The Raiders, are a sneaky group that could actually pull the upset. We’ll gamble here in belief that Vegas could win outright.
ADF: CLE doesn’t cover the spread @ -2.5 LV 16 CLE 6 (W)
@SoJash: CLE doesn’t cover the spread @ -2.5 LV 16 CLE 6 (W) 

   

Indianapolis -3 @ Detroit
Coming off the bye week and likely working on more offensive installations, the Colts truly need to involve their receivers much more while finally finding that prowess in the ground game. Rookie Jonathan Taylor hasn’t been the force we had envisioned coming into the season, but steady enough to move the chains. Phillip Rivers continues to turn the ball over which could play into the hands of the Lions this week.
 
As for the Detroit Lions, we have been very impressed with the defensive pedigree over the past couple weeks which has seen improvements in run defense. Utilizing rookie D’Andre Swift more the past couple weeks has given a new dynamic to the offense as a whole which could increase the play action pass. Even as the Colts still have one of the best defenses in the league – the Lions should be able to move the ball and score points. However, coming off the bye, Indy should be ready.
ADF: IND covers the spread @ -3 IND 41 DET 21 (W)
@SoJash: IND covers the spread @ -3 IND 41 DET 21 (W) 

 

Minnesota @ Green Bay -6.5
The Minnesota Vikings are coming off the bye week and should get Dalvin Cook back in the lineup. These teams met back in week one where the Packers took Minnesota’s lunch money and gave them a punch in the face to boot. Even as things have changed with the emergence of Justin Jefferson, this will again be a difficult task for the Vikings to face.
 
Green Bay on the other hand witnessed a revival last week after collapsing verse the Buccaneers the week prior. Losing Aaron Jones last week should’ve brought with it more struggle, but the Packers simply fed Davante Adams with high regularity to pull off the win. With Jones likely to return to the field in week eight – the full arsenal should be on display for good production. Adding to that, its clear the Vikings are in fire sale mode and will only compete on the offensive side. A touchdown is tough to take as it could be killed late, but we’ll gamble with 70% confidence.
ADF: GB covers the spread @ -6.5 MIN 28 GB 22 (L)
@SoJash: GB covers the spread @ -6.5 MIN 28 GB 22 (L)   

NY Jets @ Kansas City -19.5
A bigger spread we haven’t seen in many years as Vegas is baiting us all to believe this will be a natural blowout. The Chiefs are the leagues cream of the crop and will have little push back from these lowly Jets. The only question here is a 20-point spread too much to gamble on even verse New York. This is also the Le’Veon Bell revenge game of sorts and we could be witness to heavy usage in that department.
 
As for the Jets, they were only able to muster four total yards in the second half of last week’s contest verse the Bills, which could happen again against Kansas City. At this point, we can say nothing to promote the play of the Jets and this will be an old-fashioned beat-down. We will take the 20 points this week.
ADF: KC covers the spread @ -19.5 NYJ 9 KC 35 (W)
@SoJash: KC covers the spread @ -19.5 NYJ 9 KC 35 (W)   

LA Rams -3.5 @ Miami
The LA Rams are a team that have changed their offensive approach, which has limited their overall explosion on the offensive side. Using the ground game much more this season and the mistakes through the air have left many points on the field. With that said, they are still a league leader in many categories on offense and should use this matchup as something of a tune up.
 
Even as we believe the Dolphins are on the rise, this is a contest they will have no business competing in. Starting rookie Tua Tagovailoa at quarterback will be a tough test verse the Rams and their great defense. We are excited to see what this rookie can do but there should be massive growing pains in this contest. The Fins defense has played better this year, but will see how far off they really are. We’ll take the Rams with ease this week.
ADF: LAR covers the spread @ -3.5 LAR 17 MIA 28 (L)
@SoJash: LAR covers the spread @ -3.5 LAR 17 MIA 28 (L) 

Pittsburgh @ Baltimore -4
The last unbeaten club in the league is the Pittsburgh Steelers and for good reason. Playing lights out on both sides of the ball – it’s clear the difference Ben Roethlisberger makes for the team overall. With the additions of more offensive weapons and a healthy James Conner, this team is literally the cream of the crop at the moment. With that said, the argument has been placed to suggest Pittsburgh hasn’t beaten anyone of high value outside of the Titans – which is true. Nevertheless, this team is put together well and will have a big test this week.
 
The Ravens are coming off the bye week and will have had that extra week of preparation in hopes to displace the Steelers. We haven’t been encouraged with Baltimore as their lack of dedication to the ground game has crippled the overall power this offense once was. While the team made another trade to bring, yet another elite talent to the defense already stacked with ability – we truly believe this will be very sound football for both clubs. Vegas is giving the edge to Baltimore at home off the bye, which is something we can endorse – but we will error on the side of caution to believe this is a field goal game either way.
ADF: BAL doesn’t cover the spread @ -4 PIT 28 BAL 24 (W)
@SoJash: BAL doesn’t cover the spread @ -4 PIT 28 BAL 24 (W) 

 

LA Chargers -3 @ Denver
Rookie dynamo, Justin Herbert has been nothing short of a revelation. Taking this offense and leading them in a way, which makes them uber explosive, was our belief heading into the offseason. Now seeing it in live action for multiple weeks, it’s safe to say Herbert has arrived and will be a top player in this league for many years. We would like to see more efficiency from the ground game, but overall, they will have enough to compete in this one.
 
The Denver Broncos continue to be pretenders this season but have a number of positives to like from the overall roster. A young offense led by Drew Lock, they can put up points when needed on most occasions. Being out classed last week to the Chiefs, here we find yet another division game that will bring tough times ahead. The Chargers are beatable but are looking to have found their stride and will bring their A-game this week to keep up in the wildcard race. We’ll gamble here for a Chargers win and cover.
ADF: LAC covers the spread @ -3 LAC 30 DEN 31 (L)
@SoJash: LAC covers the spread @ -3 LAC 30 DEN 31 (L) 

New Orleans -4.5 @ Chicago
The Saints are a team that has also dealt with its share of injury and controversy this season, and the key factor for this contest still rests with the absence of Michael Thomas. Looking to be inactive again this week with a hamstring, it’s possible Emmanuel Sanders returns to help lift the pass game. Leaning on the ground attack will be paramount to get the offense moving verse the Bears stout defense and we fully expect a similar scheme as to what the Rams did to them on Monday Night.
 
When we jump into the Bears and what they truly are, the offense is still a pretender in our eyes as Nick Foles isn’t the answer. The run game for the Bears is still unimpressive and they could be without Allen Robinson as he remains in the leagues concussion protocol. This is definitely a trap spread from Vegas as the Bears defense could hold the Saints to another three-point victory. With that, if the run wins for the Saints – they should win easily, but it could be closer then we expect.  
ADF: NO doesn’t cover the spread @ -4.5 NO 26 CHI 23 (W)
@SoJash: NO covers the spread @ -4.5 NO 26 CHI 23 (L) 

    

San Francisco @ Seattle -3
The NFC West is the toughest division in all of football and we will be treated to another dandy this week. The Seahawks are coming off a rare loss last week in a thriller verse the Cardinals. Russell Wilson was forced into throwing interceptions, which isn’t a normal occurrence. Returning home and likely seeing Jamal Adams back in the lineup – the pass game of the Hawks is very strong and will give the 49ers a run for their money.
 
Over the past two contests, the 49ers have improved after that strange beat down from the Dolphins in week five. Injuries have continued to be a concern for this club as they appear to get hampered weekly with more talent to the medical room. Jimmy Garoppolo will have to be much better in this one if they intend to win this contest. The Hawks secondary has holes and can be thrown on, with heavy regularity. This should be another great showing, but no way the Hawks drop two in a row at home.
ADF: SEA covers the spread @ -3 SF 27 SEA 37 (W)
@SoJash: SEA covers the spread @ -3 SF 27 SEA 37 (W) 

Dallas @ Philadelphia -9
The complete disaster that is the Dallas Cowboys has reached new levels of demise. While the dysfunction was real before Dak Prescott went down with that broken leg – it has magnified that much more over the past couple weeks. Losing to the Washington Football Team gives a green light to believe the Eagles will also be ready to displace what could be a third string quarterback behind center for Dallas.
 
The Eagles have looked better in many aspects the past couple week and have gotten the name of being the “come back kids”. Never giving up in any game this season, this should be easy pickings for the most part on both sides of the ball. While we aren’t overly encouraged to take a nine-point spread from Philly – it is warranted this week.
ADF: PHI covers the spread @ -9 DAL 9 PHI 23 (W)
@SoJash: PHI doesn’t cover the spread @ -9 DAL 9 PHI 23 (L) 

   


Monday Nov.2

Tampa Bay -12 @ NY Giants
At this point, Monday Night Football could be in some jeopardy as the Giants offensive line has been sent home for Coivd concerns. We witnessed a similar situation last week with the Raiders and they managed to suit up without further cases pushing the game back. This will be something to watch and will leave the Giants with less preparation time for the high flying Buccaneers. Even though New York has been battling – they will be out matched and out classed this week.
 
Tampa Bay and Tom Brady have found greater chemistry over the past few weeks and will continue down the path of success this week. It’s not a question if the Bucs will win this game, but will the Giants kill this spread late? With the ground game looking sharp, Brady supporting his receiving core, and a defense showing their powerful colors – we’ll ride with Brady to displace the lowly Giants in primetime.
ADF: TB covers the spread @ -12 TB 25 NYG 23 (L)
@SoJash: TB covers the spread @ -12 TB 25 NYG 23 (L)

ADF Week 8 Record: 7-7 (.500)

SoJash Week 8 Record: 5-9 (.357)    

 
 
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