NFL experts have issued their predictions for Week 8 matchups, highlighting several close contests and the impact of key players across the league.

On Monday night, the Chicago Bears are set to face the Seattle Seahawks in a game billed as a strategic battle between coaching minds. Seattle enters as a three-point favorite, relying on the formidable offense of Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson against a Bears defense led by coordinator Mike Macdonald. The Seahawks are favored to win 24-20.

Sunday’s schedule features the Arizona Cardinals visiting the Dallas Cowboys, with Dallas favored by seven points. The Cardinals’ recent win over the Rams offers hope, but they face a Cowboys team that has bolstered its rushing attack with Javonte Williams complementing quarterback Dak Prescott’s passing prowess. Analysts forecast a tight game, projecting a 27-23 victory for Dallas.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will host the Atlanta Falcons in a matchup with the Buccaneers favored by two points. Atlanta, known for delivering the San Francisco 49ers their first loss of the season, must counter a revitalized Tampa Bay squad led by Michael Penix Jr., whose recent performance benefited from a solid offensive line. The Buccaneers are expected to prevail 26-22.

In Baltimore, the Ravens await a visit from the Buffalo Bills, with the Bills favored by three. Baltimore’s chances hinge on the return of quarterback Lamar Jackson, though their defense will need improvement after surrendering 35 points in the second half against Cincinnati last week. Buffalo leads the league in scoring but has allowed 28.5 points per game on defense. The Bills are projected to win 28-22.

The Cleveland Browns travel to face the Pittsburgh Steelers in a matchup with the Steelers favored by 3.5 points. Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson has engineered game-winning drives in all five of the team’s victories this season, while Pittsburgh, despite inconsistencies, has relied on Aaron Rodgers’ efficient play. The predicted outcome is a 23-17 win for the Steelers.

In Jacksonville, the Colts face the Jaguars, who are favored by 10 points. The Colts, amid a rebuilding phase, still feature running back Jonathan Taylor, but he faces the NFL’s top-ranked rush defense. The Jaguars are predicted to secure a 26-17 win.

In a close tussle, the Raiders visit the New York Jets with the Jets favored by 1.5 points. Despite a four-game losing streak, Kirk Cousins is expected to maintain his starting role for the Raiders. The matchup is projected as a narrow 23-22 victory for Las Vegas.

The Minnesota Vikings, the only undefeated team remaining this season, travel to Detroit as three-point underdogs. The Lions aim to end Minnesota’s winning streak with disciplined play on fourth downs. The game is forecasted as a 27-16 win for Detroit.

The Tennessee Titans visit the Cincinnati Bengals, who hold an 11.5-point advantage. The Titans have consistently kept games close despite unfavorable results, but their defense will be tested against Joe Burrow and the Bengals’ offense. Cincinnati is favored to win 28-19.

The Los Angeles Chargers face the Los Angeles Rams in a SoFi Stadium rivalry, with the Rams favored by 6.5 points. The Chargers have struggled offensively under new coordinator Mike McDaniel, while Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has posted three consecutive games with a passer rating above 111. The predicted score is Rams 30, Chargers 20.

In Denver, the Kansas City Chiefs visit the Broncos as 1.5-point favorites. After being shut down by Seattle’s defense, the Chiefs face a Broncos team with an improving offense led by quarterback Bo Nix. Experts see a potential upset here, favoring the Broncos 20-18.

The New England Patriots visit Miami as 6.5-point favorites. Coming off a Thursday night loss snapping a three-game winning streak, the Patriots garnered momentum with a recent win over the Jets. The Dolphins continue to struggle to reach competitive form. New England is expected to win 27-16.

Finally, the Philadelphia Eagles visit the Washington Commanders, who are favored by 6.5 points. Despite meeting in the NFC championship just under two years ago, both teams have seen changes in form. The Eagles’ defense has underperformed, and Washington is without top receiver Terry McLaurin due to injury. The Commanders are projected to narrowly win 23-20.