2021 NFL Week 8 Preview: Our Expert Tips & Staking Plan

4 years ago - Sportingbase

A big week last week got us right back on track. We are in a really good position as we head to the second half of the season.

I will likely be adding some more picks before the games so make sure to check back.

Season to date

Premium picks:

Profit/Loss: +6.41 units
ROI: 6%
Strike rate: 49%

Overall:

Profit/Loss: +2.07 units
ROI: 2%
Strike rate: 45%

Philadelphia Eagles @ Detroit Lions

The Lions play hard every single week. They may not be the most talented team but they play to win. The Eagles just look like a team that doesn’t really know what it is. They have a real weakness covering RBs out of the backfield and D’Andre Swift could be in for another huge day.

2 units Lions +3.5 2.0 with TopSport
1 unit Lions moneyline 2.63 with TopSport
1 unit D’Andre Swift over 46.5 receiving yards 1.88 with TopSport

Jacksonville Jaguars @ Seattle Seahawks

The Jaguars strength is up front and that is exactly how the Seattle offence wants to operate – lots of runs and keep the ball out of Geno Smith’s hands. They won’t be able to here though and that gives Jacksonville every chance here. Trevor Lawrence continues to improve and he should have a big day against this poor Seahawks defence.

2 units Seahawks +3.5 2.0 with TopSport

New England Patriots @ Los Angeles Chargers

I just do not believe in this Patriots team. They are average in most areas outside of the run game, and that could help them keep this one tight for a while, but the Chargers should show their class in the end. They should make some adjustments coming off the bye and that can only help Justin Herbert.

1 unit Chargers -4.5 2.0 with TopSport
1 unit Chargers/Patriots over 49.5 1.91 with TopSport

Dallas Cowboys @ Minnesota Vikings

Dak Prescott is questionable for this game but the Cowboys are still a class apart from the Vikings. Kirk Cousins record in prime time is well documented and I would happily bet against him every time I get a chance in this spot.