Here are my Proline predictions and picks for Week 8 in the NFL.
The first game I looked at was my AFC East leading Buffalo Bills. And wow, did that spread jump out at me. 1.5? 1.5?? 1.5???
Are you kidding me? They are 5-1! The dolphins are 2-4. I know the Bills aren't traditionally a good road team, but only giving up 1.5 points to a team like the Dolphins. I think what has happened here is that the Dolphins beat the Patriots and the Chargers so now everyone thinks they are good. I am not one of those people who think they are good. I think the Bills walk into Miami and crush the Dolphins. There is no way the Bills' defense allows any of that schoolyard trickery the Dolphins have pulled off before. Look for the bills to win the game with all the intangibles, like Defense and special teams.
I love the Bills on the Pointspread and I love them paying 2.10.
The next game that caught my eye was another spread I thought was too easy. How do the 4-2 Falcons get 9.5 point against the 3-3 Eagles? I know, I know, Jim Johnston and his blitz-happy defense will make Matt Ryan's head spin. But still: 9.5 points? That's a lot of point for a Falcons team that has looked good this year. Remember the last time Matt Ryan was on the field he orchestrated a game winning drive to beat the Bears. He will be fine. Also, Brian Westbrook is planning on coming back from injury, so he won't be at full speed.
I love the Falcons getting 9.5, but I admit the Proline victory might be tough. Then again, it's worth a shot at 4.5.
To talk about another crazy spread, how does Houston deserve 9.5 points? To me this looks like the one road game Cincy might have a shot at winning this year. Probably not, but 9.5 is a lot of points. Maybe if it were ocho punto cinco instead of 9.5, I wouldn't think it were too high, but as it is I think it is a good bet.
A real juicy Proline odd I like this week is New Orleans paying 2.70 against San Diego. Every preview about this game talks about how both teams are desperate, but NWO is a little more desperate considering how tough their division is. This is true, but I think the game is a close one and NWO shouldn't be paying so high.
Other thoughts:
San Francisco has a new coach and is playing a bad Seattle team at home. Looks good for 1.80.
Indianapolis probably didn't pay 2.80 to anyone, anywhere last year. Maybe its worth a shot. Then again, I have been thinking Indy is still good for too many weeks now.
Superbowl champs paying 2.6 after a tough loss? I don't think Pitt is that good, but never forget they play very well at home. It's the best game of the week and I believe the best tie pick of the week(3.00).
Good luck with your tickets, and don't forget to drop a comment with your own Proline Picks.
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