The 2026 NFL season reaches its midway point with a Week 8 slate headlined by Vikings vs. Lions, Ravens vs. Bills, and Chiefs vs. Broncos on Sunday, followed by a Monday Night Football clash between the Bears and Seahawks. SportsLine's NFL experts have analyzed team trends, statistics, and betting lines to provide picks for every game.
Sunday Early Slate
In the 1 p.m. ET window, experts highlight several player props and side picks. For Cardinals vs. Cowboys, Sia Nejad favors Kendrick Bourne over 31.5 receiving yards. Adam Thompson backs the Buccaneers (-2.5) over the Falcons, citing Baker Mayfield's history against Atlanta. Alex Selesnick projects Zay Flowers over 76.5 receiving yards for the Ravens against the Bills, while Matt Severance takes the Steelers (-3.5) at home versus the Browns. Larry Hartstein likes Parker Washington over 64.5 receiving yards for the Jaguars against the Colts, and also selects the Jets (-1.5) over the Raiders. R.J. White picks the Lions (-3) to handle the undefeated Vikings.
Sunday Afternoon and Night
In the late afternoon, Prop Bet Guy Doug expects Kyren Williams over 58.5 rushing yards for the Rams versus the Chargers. R.J. White sees value on the Chiefs (-1.5) against the Broncos, and also likes Hunter Henry over 35.5 receiving yards for the Patriots versus the Dolphins. On Sunday Night Football, White takes the Eagles (+6) against the Commanders, noting Washington's defensive struggles and Philadelphia's competitive showing against Dallas.
Monday Night Football
The week concludes with Bears vs. Seahawks in Seattle. Larry Hartstein backs the Seahawks (-3), citing their elite defense that allowed no 10-yard runs or 20-yard catches in Week 7, and the return of safety Nick Emmanwori.
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