The Silcoff Selections are for Week 8 of the 2024 NFL Season! Below are my records for my straight up and against the spread picks for the season thus far.
Records Last Week:
Straight Up: 12-3
Against The Spread: 8-7
Season Records:
Straight Up: 68-39
Against The Spread: 50-52-5
Thursday Night Football: Minnesota Vikings (5-1) @ Los Angeles Rams (2-4) I Line: Vikings -3
The Vikings are coming off their first loss of the year last week, while the Rams snapped a two-game skid to secure their second win of the season. Los Angeles will get a boost with the return of Cooper Kupp, but I am not sure how that helps their defense or offensive line. The Vikings' fierce defense will pressure Matthew Stafford, while Sam Darnold and the Vikings' offense get back on track to pick up the win on the road.
Prediction: Vikings 26, Rams 19
Sunday Early Late
Baltimore Ravens (5-2) @ Cleveland Browns (1-6) I Line: Ravens -9
The Ravens are playing like the best team in the NFL, while the Browns appear to be one of the worst. Given the morale and the directions these teams are going in this one shouldn't be close. Jameis Winston could provide a slight upgrade over Deshaun Watson for Cleveland, but they still don't stand a chance against a Ravens team that could be the league's best.
Prediction: Ravens 31, Browns 14
Indianapolis Colts (4-3) @ Houston Texans (5-2) I Line: Texans -5
Even though Houston appears to be the better team, I haven't been impressed with them in the slightest, especially with their offense. The Colts have kept every game close this season despite the amount of injuries they have to deal with. Expect another close matchup, between these two teams where the Texans escape by the skin of their teeth.
Prediction: Texans 21, Colts 17
Green Bay Packers (5-2) @ Jacksonville Jaguars (2-5) I Line: Packers -4
The Packers have been impressive on both sides of the ball in recent weeks since Jordan Love came back from injury and seem to be flying under the radar in the NFC with a 5-2 record. Jordan Love's performance has been inconsistent, to say the least, but he has managed to find ways to win games. This does have the feel of potential trap game for the Packers, but Jacksonville ultimately falls short in the final minutes, much like they have the whole season.
Prediction: Packers 29, Jaguars 23
Tennessee Titans (1-5) @ Detroit Lions (5-1) I Line: Lions -11.5
The Lions are playing at an incredible level right now, while the Titans might already be looking ahead to the offseason. This game has all the signs of a blowout.
Prediction: Lions 34, Titans 13
New York Jets (2-5) @ New England Patriots (1-6) I Line: Jets -7
Call me crazy, but I don't believe the New York Jets deserve to be a touchdown road favorite against anyone in this league. After a humiliating loss last weekend in London, I expect the Patriots to come out fighting in response to head coach Jerod Mayo's comments questioning the team's toughness. Ultimately, the Jets pull off an ugly road win, but the Patriots keep it close.
Prediction: Jets 20, Patriots 14
Philadelphia Eagles (4-2) @ Cincinnati Bengals (3-4) I Line: Bengals -2.5
Sure, it was against the Giants and Browns, but it feels like Cincinnati is starting to find its rhythm after back-to-back wins. I expect the Eagles to challenge the Bengals' defense heavily in the run game, and based on the matchup alone, Philadelphia should come out on top. However, I believe Joe Burrow will lead a late drive to secure Cincinnati's first home win of the season and bring the team back to .500 on the season.
Prediction: Bengals 28, Eagles 27
Arizona Cardinals (3-4) @ Miami Dolphins (2-4) I Line: Dolphins -3.5
The theme of this Cardinals season has been inconsistency. It seems that each time they achieve an impressive win, they follow it up with a disappointing loss. With Tua Tagovailoa returning for the Dolphins, expect a significant boost to a Miami offense that has struggled without him. With Tua back, key playmakers like Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle are likely to take advantage of the Cardinals' defense, leading to a Miami victory.
Prediction: Dolphins 28, Cardinals 20
Atlanta Falcons (4-3) @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-3) I Line: Falcons -2.5
As impressive as Baker Mayfield has been this season, it’s hard to back Tampa Bay with his top receivers Mike Evans out for an uncertain period and Chris Godwin done for the season. As the Buccaneers are facing multiple injuries, it leaves Mayfield in a challenging situation with a depleted receiving corps. The Falcons are coming off an embarrassing 20-point home loss to the Seahawks, and with Tampa's injuries, this seems like a perfect bounce back spot.
Prediction: Falcons 27, Buccaneers 21
Sunday Afternoon Slate
New Orleans Saints (2-5) @ Los Angeles Chargers (3-3) I Line: Chargers -7.5
Both teams are dealing with injuries, which will likely hinder their ability to move the ball effectively. The Chargers need to get this win to stay afloat in the AFC playoff race, and a matchup against a struggling Saints team comes at the perfect time. Ultimately, Justin Herbert and the Chargers generate enough offense to secure the win.
Prediction: Chargers 18, Saints 10
Buffalo Bills (5-2) @ Seattle Seahawks (4-3) I Line: Bills -3
Yes, the rumors are true: I will be in the building for this one! I expect it to be an absolute shootout, but ultimately, Geno Smith will likely be without his top wideout, D.K. Metcalf, while Josh Allen is just beginning to click with his new weapon, Amari Cooper. The Bills will head into Seattle and secure the win. However, I predict this will be the game where Josh Allen throws his first interception of the season.
Prediction: Bills 31, Seahawks 26
Chicago Bears (4-2) @ Washington Commanders (5-2) I Line: Bears -2.5
Sadly, it feels like we will not be getting the Caleb Williams vs Jayden Daniels showdown we were all hoping for. If the Commanders are without their second overall pick, I don't like their chances. The Bears are coming off a bye week, and Matt Eberflus has the defense playing well. Caleb Williams has improved every week, and as he returns to his hometown of Washington, I expect him to lead the team to a victory.
Prediction: Bears 24, Commanders 16
Carolina Panthers (1-6) @ Denver Broncos (4-3) I Line: Broncos -10
Welcome back, Bryce Young! Unfortunately, I don't like your chances. The Broncos boast one of the best defenses in football, and they will be facing one of the league's weakest offenses. Denver is set to win this game comfortably.
Prediction: Broncos 26, Panthers 7
Kansas City Chiefs (6-0) @ Las Vegas Raiders (2-5) I Line: Chiefs -10
Despite their 6-0 record, Kansas City still hasn't fully clicked, which is concerning for the rest of the league. Once again, I’m picking the Chiefs to win and cover on the road. In fact, the only scenario where I don’t see them covering is if we witness another “master class” in score management from Antonio Pierce late in the fourth quarter, like we saw last week.
Prediction: Chiefs 24, Raiders 10
Sunday Night Football: Dallas Cowboys (3-3) @ San Francisco 49ers (3-4) I Line: 49ers -4
Is this a classic "loser leaves town" match? Even with the injuries to the 49ers' wide receivers, I’m not ready to take the Cowboys until they actually go into San Francisco and beat them.
Prediction: 49ers 24, Cowboys 17
Monday Night Football: New York Giants (2-5) @ Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2) I Steelers -6.5
Mike Tomlin and the Steelers, at home, are always the team to pick in a primetime spot. In what could be Daniel Jones's final start for New York, I expect things to get ugly on Monday night.
Prediction: Steelers 20, Giants 7
ATS Picks Recap:
Vikings -3
Ravens -9
Colts +5
Packers -4
Lions -11.5
Patriots +7
Eagles +2.5
Dolphins -3.5
Falcons -2.5
Chargers -7.5
Bills -3
Bears -2.5
Broncos -10
Chiefs -10
49ers -4
Steelers -6.5
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