It was a rough Week 7 for us, as our NFL picks went 3-7 to run our yearly record on EatWatchPlay to 41-34. Let’s review the 11 questions below and see how we do in Week 8. Enjoy the NFL action and good luck to all!
The winner gets 100 PLAYs, 2nd gets 50, 3rd gets 35, and anyone in the top 20% gets at least 5.
Cardinals vs. Dolphins. Who wins?
Tua Tagovailoa is finally back under center this week for Miami after suffering another horrific concussion. The former Alabama star will definitely provide a much-needed spark for the offense, but there’s no way he won’t be a little bit rusty. That said, I like Miami since Arizona will be on short rest after their Monday Night Football win.
Cardinals +3
Dolphins +2
Falcons @ Bucs. Who wins?
This is a fantastic revenge spot for Tampa Bay after losing in OT to Atlanta a few weeks ago. That said, I just can’t back a Bucs squad that will be without both Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. This will be a tight one, but I’ll take the Falcons to get the W on the road!
Falcons +3
Bucs +3
Bears @ Commanders. Who wins?
It’s a shame that Jayden Daniels got hurt last week. Head coach Dan Quinn said that Daniels is listed as “week-to-week” with an injury to his ribs. Marcus Mariota filled in brilliantly last week for Daniels, but that was against an atrocious Carolina defense. Give me the Bears, who should be well-rested after their bye!
Bears +2
Commanders +3
Bills at Seahawks. Who wins?
Man, this one sure is tough to call. It’s a tough travel spot for Buffalo, but I think they’re the more talented squad. That said, Seattle figured some things out last week against Atlanta. I look for Geno Smith to build on that big win, even if DK Metcalf can’t play through his sprained MCL.
Bills +2
Seahawks +3
Eagles at Bengals. Who wins?
I faded Philly last week and it bit me right square in the keyster. Even still, I’m fading them again this week on the road against Cincy. The Bengals are 0-3 at home this season, but they’ve won two in a row and the defense has been playing much better of late. Give me Joe Burrow and the boys at home!
Eagles +3
Bengals +2
Cowboys at 49ers. Who wins?
As a lifelong Cowboys fan, it always kills me to go against them. However, there’s no way I would touch this team with a 10-foot pole right now. Sure, Dallas should be a little healthier coming out of their bye week, but I just can’t go against the Niners on their home field.
Cowboys +4
49ers +2
Packers at Jaguars. Who Wins?
This Packers team has been dialed in ever since Jordan Love returned from injury. The offense has plenty of weapons and the defense has been better than expected. The Jaguars looked great against the Pats, but their body clocks will be all messed up after spending two weeks in London. Give me the Pack!
Packers +2
Jaguars +4
Pick a player to score a touchdown:
I’m expecting a big bounce-back performance from the Texans offense this week, so naturally I’m interested in Diggs for this one. CJ Stroud is coming off one of his worst games as a pro QB, so he’ll be fired up to drop dimes. Also, Diggs should get more targets with star WR Nico Collins on IR.
Stefon Diggs (+1)
Rhamondre Stevenson (+2)
Taysom Hill (+3)
Noah Gray (+4)
None of These (+2)
Which QB throws for the most passing yards?
The Jets have been disappointing, but they’re playing the Pats this week. Rodgers torched this same New England team less than a month ago on Thursday Night Football. Sure, this one is in Foxboro, but that won’t matter. Look for the future Hall of Famer to dominate. Give me Rodgers!
Brock Purdy (+2)
Geno Smith (+2)
Aaron Rodgers (+2)
Which of these players will have the most rushing yards?
Javonte Williams busted out in a big way last week on Thursday Night Football against the Saints. He’s finally healthy and Sean Payton is starting to feed him the rock a bit more often. He should slice through the pitiful Panthers’ defense quite easily on Sunday!
Javonte Williams (+2)
D’Andre Swift (+2)
Bijan Robinson (+2)
