NFL Week 8 Preview: Colts Lead Favorites as Rodgers Faces Packers

Week 8 of the NFL season kicks off with a highly anticipated matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers on “Thursday Night Football.” Both teams are looking to capitalize on their playoff experience from last season, setting the stage for an exciting game.

As the weekend unfolds, there are a total of ten afternoon games scheduled for Sunday, culminating in a primetime showdown featuring Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Green Bay Packers. This matchup not only highlights Rodgers’ history with the Packers, where he secured a Super Bowl title, but also his quest to continue building his Hall of Fame resume against his former team.

Key Matchups and Betting Lines

The betting landscape for Week 8 reveals significant favorites and underdogs. The Indianapolis Colts stand out as substantial favorites with a spread of 14.5 points against the Tennessee Titans. The Colts’ strong performance this season has led to an 82.73% probability of winning outright, according to ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI).

In another notable game, the Buffalo Bills are 7.5-point favorites against the Carolina Panthers, with a money line of Bills at -425 and Panthers at +320. The Bills boast a 63.47% chance of winning, showcasing their dominance this season.

The New York Jets face the Cincinnati Bengals, where the Bengals opened as 4.5 point favorites but have since shifted to 6.5. This change reflects the confidence in the Bengals, who have a 57.73% probability to win.

Full Week 8 Betting Odds

Here is a comprehensive look at the betting odds for all games in Week 8:

– **Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Chargers**
– Spread: Chargers -2.5
– Money Line: Vikings (+140); Chargers (-165)
– Total: 44.5

– **New York Jets vs. Cincinnati Bengals**
– Spread: Bengals -6.5
– Money Line: Jets (+260); Bengals (-320)
– Total: 44.5

– **Buffalo Bills vs. Carolina Panthers**
– Spread: Bills -7.5
– Money Line: Bills (-425); Panthers (+320)
– Total: 46.5

– **New York Giants vs. Philadelphia Eagles**
– Spread: Eagles -6.5
– Money Line: Giants (+280); Eagles (-360)
– Total: 43.5

– **Miami Dolphins vs. Atlanta Falcons**
– Spread: Falcons -7.5
– Money Line: Dolphins (+300); Falcons (-400)
– Total: 45.5

– **Cleveland Browns vs. New England Patriots**
– Spread: Patriots -7.5
– Money Line: Browns (+300); Patriots (-400)
– Total: 40.5

– **Chicago Bears vs. Baltimore Ravens**
– Spread: Ravens -6.5
– Money Line: Bears (+270); Ravens (-340)
– Total: 50.5

– **San Francisco 49ers vs. Houston Texans**
– Spread: Texans -1.5
– Money Line: 49ers (+105); Texans (-125)
– Total: 42.5

– **Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints**
– Spread: Buccaneers -5.5
– Money Line: Buccaneers (-275); Saints (+225)
– Total: 48.5

– **Dallas Cowboys vs. Denver Broncos**
– Spread: Broncos -3.5
– Money Line: Cowboys (+145); Broncos (-170)
– Total: 49.5

– **Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts**
– Spread: Colts -14.5
– Money Line: Titans (+900); Colts (-1800)
– Total: 47.5

– **Green Bay Packers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers**
– Spread: Packers -3.5
– Money Line: Packers (-175); Steelers (+150)
– Total: 44.5

– **Washington Commanders vs. Kansas City Chiefs**
– Spread: Chiefs -9.5
– Money Line: Commanders (+425); Chiefs (-650)
– Total: 48.5

As the games unfold, fans will be eager to see how the teams perform against the odds and each other. For the latest updates and adjustments in betting lines, refer to platforms such as ESPN BET Sportsbook. This week promises thrilling action as teams vie for playoff positioning and fans look forward to the excitement of NFL football.