NFL Week 8 Picks Against The Spread 2019: Predictions ATS, Updated Betting Odds For Every Game

If road teams are going to continue their success in Week 8 of the 2019 NFL season that means underdogs will have a big week, as well. Only two teams are favored in their opponent’s stadium, and the home teams in those games are dealing with injuries to their respective starting quarterbacks.

Below are picks against the spread for every game in Week 8, as well as updated betting odds at Las Vegas and online sportsbooks. Betting lines and trends are courtesy of OddsShark.

Washington Redskins (+16) at Minnesota Vikings

Kirk Cousins and the Vikings are one of the hottest teams in football. Minnesota is 4-0 against teams with losing records, posting an average margin of victory of 16 points. The Vikings are 6-1 against the spread in their last seven games at U.S. Bank Stadium. Washington’s only victory came by a point against the winless Dolphins.

Prediction ATS: Minnesota

Los Angeles Chargers (+4) at Chicago Bears

The Chargers’ playoff hopes might have ended in Week 7 with their fifth loss in six games. Los Angeles continues to be hurt by injuries. L.A. was already having a hard time protecting Philip Rivers before losing another offensive lineman in their loss to the Titans. Khalil Mack and the Bears’ defense should get back to performing like an elite unit.

Prediction ATS: Chicago

Arizona Cardinals (+9.5) at New Orleans Saints

It doesn’t matter if it’s Drew Brees or Teddy Bridgewater at quarterback. Keep picking the Saints until they fail to cover. New Orleans has won straight up and against the spread in five straight games. Arizona could be in for a letdown, entering Week 8 on a three-game winning streak against opponents that are a combined 3-18 in 2019.

Prediction ATS: New Orleans

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+2.5) at Tennessee Titans

Ryan Tannehill threw for over 300 yards for the first time in more than three years when he led Tennessee to a victory in his first start of 2019. Don’t expect him to have another big game, even against a bad Tampa Bay defense. Maybe the Bucs can pull off the upset with an extra week to prepare for the Titans.

Prediction ATS: Tampa Bay

Seattle Seahawks (-3.5) at Atlanta Falcons

The betting line could skyrocket if Matt Ryan is ultimately ruled out with an ankle injury. If the quarterback does start, the Falcons will still have a tough time being competitive with the Seahawks. Atlanta has given up at least 34 points in three straight games. Expect a bounce-back performance from Russell Wilson, who remains a top MVP candidate. The Seahawks are 3-0 straight up and against the spread on the road.

Prediction ATS: Seattle

Philadelphia Eagles (+2) at Buffalo Bills

The Bills have been playing with fire, needing fourth-quarter comebacks to defeat three sub-.500 teams. Carson Wentz and the Eagles’ offense are too good to have a repeat performance of what happened in Dallas last week. Buffalo might need to get more from their offense than it usually does in order to hold off a desperate Philadelphia team.

Prediction ATS: Philadelphia

New York Giants (+7) at Detroit Lions

Daniel Jones’ turnovers and a bad Giants’ defense have been at the center of New York’s three-game losing streak. The Giants’ offense has a chance to move the ball with some success since New York’s top playmakers are healthy and the Lions haven’t generated much of a pass rush this season. Both of Detroit’s wins came by a field goal.

Prediction ATS: New York

New York Jets (+6) at Jacksonville Jaguars

There is some value on the Jets after they were embarrassed on national television in Week 7. Sam Darnold isn’t as bad as he looked when he played the worst game of any starting quarterback this season. Jacksonville’s pass defense isn’t the same with Jalen Ramsey gone. New York’s defense actually ranks ninth in opponents’ yards per play.

Prediction ATS: New York

Cincinnati Bengals (+13) at Los Angeles Rams (London)

The Rams’ problems weren’t all solved because they beat up on a terrible Falcons’ team, making it hard to lay close to two touchdowns with Los Angeles when they aren't even at home. Cincinnati has covered large spreads on the road against Seattle and Baltimore.

Prediction ATS: Cincinnati

Denver Broncos (+6) at Indianapolis Colts

The Colts find ways to win, but they do so in close games. All of their four victories have been by one possession. Denver’s fourth-ranked defense can make this a competitive contest for close to 60 minutes.

Prediction ATS: Denver

Carolina Panthers (+5.5) at San Francisco 49ers

San Francisco’s offense is far behind its defense, which has been the NFC’s best. The 49ers were able to beat the Redskins in Week 7 with no touchdowns, but sooner or later Jimmy Garoppolo is going to have to make some plays. Carolina leads the NFL with 27 sacks. Kyle Allen still hasn’t thrown an interception. The Panthers might have a chance to win outright if that continues.

Prediction ATS: Carolina

Oakland Raiders (+6.5) at Houston Texans

All of Oakland’s losses have been blowouts against good teams. The Chiefs, Vikings and Packers beat the Raiders by 18 points or more. Houston could join that group, considering how poorly Oakland’s defense has played against the league’s top quarterbacks. Deshaun Watson should follow in the footsteps of Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes and Kirk Cousins, who averaged a 133.8 passer rating in those three games.

Prediction ATS: Houston

Cleveland Browns (+13) at New England Patriots

New England has two shutouts, and none of their opponents have generated more than 10 points on offense. With one passing touchdown allowed and 18 interceptions, the Patriots’ defense is going to make life very difficult for Baker Mayfield. The quarterback has two touchdown passes and six interceptions in three games against top-11 pass defenses. Cleveland is averaging 9.7 points in those games. New England is 9-2 against the spread in their last 11 contests.

Prediction ATS: New England

Green Bay Packers (-4.5) at Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs have already lost twice at home with Patrick Mahomes at quarterback. That’s not exactly promising for their chances Sunday when Matt Moore will go head-to-head with Aaron Rodgers. The Packers are playing as well as anyone in the NFC. Green Bay is better on both sides of the ball by a good margin with Mahomes injured.

Prediction ATS: Green Bay

Miami Dolphins (+14.5) at Pittsburgh Steelers

Even against the Dolphins, Mason Rudolph will have trouble winning by more than two touchdowns. The Steelers rank 28th in total offense, just three spots ahead of the Dolphins. Miami actually came close to winning their last two games. Expect a competitive, low-scoring contest.

Prediction ATS: Miami

Season Record: 50-56