The NFL Week 8 schedule features a full slate of domestic matchups, including several potential playoff rematches such as Ravens vs. Bills, Vikings vs. Lions, Chiefs vs. Broncos, and Bears vs. Seahawks. Notable lines include Bengals favored by 13.5 points over the Titans, Jaguars by 10.5 over the Colts, and Rams by 6.5 over the Chargers. The Chargers enter on a nine-game losing streak and are the only winless team against the spread this season, while every team has at least two against-the-spread defeats.
SportsLine's advanced computer model, which simulates every NFL game 10,000 times, has returned more than $5,000 for $100 players on top-rated picks since its inception. The model entered Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season on a 58-51 run on top-rated picks dating back to 2024.
Top Week 8 Predictions
One of the model's strongest picks is the Steelers (-3.5, total 39) covering at home against the Browns. Pittsburgh has won 22 consecutive home games versus Cleveland dating back to 2004. The Steelers are 3-0 against the spread at home this season, while the Browns are 2-2 ATS on the road. Cleveland's 28th-ranked scoring offense is unlikely to match a Steelers team that has scored 30-plus points in back-to-back home games; the model projects Pittsburgh covers in over 60% of simulations.
Another highlighted pick is the Rams (-6.5, total 45.5) covering against the Chargers at 4:05 p.m. ET in nearly 60% of simulations. Los Angeles has lost nine straight games dating back to last season, with quarterback Justin Herbert recording 12 turnovers versus six touchdowns over that span. The Chargers are also winless against the spread during the streak. Meanwhile, the Rams are 6-2 against the spread in non-conference games since 2025, the second-best mark in the NFL. The model forecasts a touchdown-plus victory for Los Angeles, with the over hitting 55% of the time.
The model also identifies six teams projected to win by double digits, offering potential value on alternate lines. Complete picks for every game are available via SportsLine.
Week 8 NFL Schedule and Odds
Thursday: Panthers at Packers (Final: Packers 27, Panthers 19). Sunday: Cardinals at Cowboys (DAL -7.5, total 54.5); Falcons at Buccaneers (TB -1.5, total 43.5); Ravens at Bills (BUF -3, total 55.5); Browns at Steelers (PIT -3.5, total 39); Colts at Jaguars (JAX -10.5, total 45.5); Raiders at Jets (NYJ -1.5, total 46.5); Vikings at Lions (DET -3, total 46); Titans at Bengals (CIN -13.5, total 46.5); Chargers at Rams (LAR -6.5, total 45.5); Chiefs at Broncos (KC -1.5, total 41.5); Patriots at Dolphins (NE -7, total 41.5); Eagles at Commanders (WAS -6, total 40.5). Monday: Bears at Seahawks (SEA -3, total 46.5).
