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SALT LAKE CITY — Seven weeks of the NFL are completed, with Week 8 shaping up to be just as exciting as the first seven. Pro Football Pick'em has five exciting games this week for users to submit their picks and potentially win prizes.
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Indianapolis Colts at Houston Texans
Sunday, Oct. 27 (11 a.m. MDT, CBS)
AFC South rivals open up Week 7 with a heater. It's the former No. 2 overall pick and Rookie of the Year CJ Stroud versus the No. 4 overall pick, Anthony Richardson.
Why the Texans will win:
The Texans have the second-best defense in the NFL in terms of yards allowed per game at 277, and the Colts are the fourth-worst at 382. The Colts give up nearly 160 yards of rushing per game, and former Bengals back Joe Mixon is averaging the third most rushing yards per game. A solid run game will be more than enough for Houston.
Why the Colts will win:
While he is currently listed as questionable, Jonathan Taylor has historically torched the Texans. With four games over 143 rushing yards, Taylor has been a nightmare for Houston. If he plays healthy, the Texans may not be able to overcome his dominance.
Line: HOU -5
Over/Under: 45.5
Arizona Cardinals at Miami Dolphins:
Sunday, Oct. 27 (11 a.m. MDT, FOX)
Former Utah quarterback Tyler Huntley is the projected starter again for the Dolphins. Huntley has thrown for 377 yards, a touchdown, and one interception in his three games this year.
Why the Dolphins will win:
The Dolphins offense has struggled with Tua Tagovioloa on the IR; however, they have one of the best wideouts in the NFL on their team in Tyreek Hill. The Cardinals give up almost 240 passing yards per game. Hill and his counterpart Jaylen Waddle will give Arizona fits no matter who is at quarterback.
Why the Cardinals will win:
As aforementioned, the Dolphins are struggling with their backup quarterback Huntley. While the Cardinals' defense has seen better days, it has shown up well in a few games this year, notably against the Chargers, giving up no touchdowns and holding the 49ers to 23 points. A solid defensive performance may be enough to take down Miami.
Line: MIA -3.5
Over/Under: 45.5
Philadelphia Eagles at Cincinnati Bengals
Sunday, Oct. 27 (11 a.m. MDT, CBS)
The Eagles and Bengals will face off for the first time since a 2020 tie. The Eagles have not beaten the Bengals since 2000 on Christmas Eve.
Why the Bengals will win:
The defense may be coming together. Though facing two below-average offenses in the Giants and Browns, the Bengals have given up just 21 points over the last two weeks and have forced three turnovers in those games. Joe Burrow is having one of his best seasons despite a 3-4 record, and they'll be playing at home in a 'White Bengal' game.
Why the Eagles will win:
The Bengals have not won a home game this year and are 0-3. While their offense does click better at home, their defense doesn't. The Bengals give up 136 rushing yards per game, and the Eagles pound the rock for 166 per game as Saquon Barkley is putting himself in the offensive player of the year discussion. The Bengals also have the injury bug on defense, with Dax Hill and likely Geno Stone out for this week.
Line: CIN -3
Over/Under: 48.5
Chicago Bears at Washington Commanders
Sunday, Oct. 27 (2:25 p.m. MDT, CBS)
This whole game was set up for No. 1 versus No. 2, in Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels. With Daniels questionable with a rib injury, the game is up for debate.
Why the Commanders will win:
If Jayden Daniels is a go, it will be difficult for the Bears to keep him contained. While the Bears have had an unexpectedly solid defensive year, they have yet to face an offense like the Commanders, who are leading the league in points per game at 31.1. If Daniels plays, the Commanders will be favored.
Why the Bears will win:
On the flip side, Daniels being questionable is the story of the game. If Daniels does not play, the Bears will be in prime position to steal a win over Washington. Washington's defense is also near the bottom third of the league, while also giving up 131 rushing yards per game. Williams and Swift could have a field day on the ground.
Line: CHI -3
Over/Under: 43.5
New York Giants at Pittsburgh Steelers (MNF)
Monday, Oct. 28 (6:15 p.m. MDT, ESPN)
Both strong defensive teams, the Giants will head to Pittsburgh to face the AFC North-leading Steelers on Monday Night Football.
Why the Steelers will win:
The argument could be made that Justin Fields was having a great year, and moving him back to the bench for the now-healthy Russell Wilson was certainly a decision.
Despite that, the Steelers still embarrassed the Jets on Thursday Night Football and forced two turnovers by Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers still managed to put up 409 yards of offense on one of the league's top defenses.
Why the Giants will win:
Wilson did not look great in a win over the Jets despite throwing for 264 yards. He was 16-of-29, and most of his yards came in chunk plays. The Giants have done well limiting explosive plays of 20 yards or more, which the Steelers have done well with explosive plays. This defensive battle will come down to the chunk plays for the Giants.
Line: PIT -6
Over/Under: 36.5
