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NFL Week 8 Betting Preview: Computer Model Highlights Steelers and Rams as Top Spread Picks

NFL Week 8 Betting Preview: Computer Model Highlights Steelers and Rams as Top Spread Picks
Other Sports · 19:57:11 - Friday, 6 November 2026

The NFL's Week 8 schedule features only domestic matchups, with several potential playoff rematches including Ravens at Bills, Vikings at Lions, Chiefs at Broncos, and Bears at Seahawks.

SportsLine's computer model, which simulates each game 10,000 times, has returned over $5,000 for $100 players on top-rated picks since inception and entered Week 8 on a 58-51 run dating back to 2024.

The model's strongest pick has the Steelers (-3.5) covering at home against the Browns, extending Pittsburgh's 22-game home winning streak over Cleveland dating to 2004. The Steelers are 3-0 against the spread at home this season, while the Browns are 2-2 ATS on the road.

Another highlighted prediction has the Rams (-6.5) covering against the Chargers, who have lost nine straight games and are winless against the spread. Los Angeles quarterback Justin Herbert has thrown 12 turnovers versus six touchdowns during the skid, while Rams coach Sean McVay is 6-2 ATS in non-conference games since 2025.

The model also projects six teams to win by double digits. Full odds and spreads for all 14 games are listed, with notable lines including Bengals -13.5 over Titans, Jaguars -10.5 over Colts, and Packers favored over Panthers on Thursday night.

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