Boy, the NFL sure has been a bit unpredictable this season, which makes it hard to send out my list of free NFL picks for week 8. I don't know which teams I'm a big fan of, because just about all of them have suffered at least one major setback in the 2008 NFL season so far. As soon as I think one team is going to step up and dominate, they get blown out. I picked a lot of upsets last week, and had modest success. Let's delve into the free nfl picks for week 8 and see what I can come up with.

Arizona Cardinals @ Carolina Panthers - Panthers favored by 4.5

I really like the Panthers to get this victory and cover the point spread. I think the Cardinals are in for a rude awakening when they face this focused Panthers team at home. Now, the Cardinals are no joke and normally I would consider taking them against the points in my weekly free NFL picks here. But I expect the Panthers to come out and shut them down and make a statement in that crazy NFC South division. Panthers at home and beating the spread.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Dallas Cowboys - Even

How far have the Dallas Cowboys slid? Far enough that against a team with a similar record, and playing at home, they are even on the betting spread. So, which team do I like better right now? The Buccaneers are clearly playing better football. I do expect the Cowboys to come out with a much better showing this week. But, I think the Buccaneers are serious contenders to come out of the NFC, while the Cowboys are right now, a group of unmatched talent. Buccaneers on the road.

New York Giants @ Pittsburgh Steelers - Steelers favored by 2.5

What a match! Two 5-1 teams squaring off against each other. The defending Super Bowl Champions on the road against one of the best teams in the league. Where to begin for this one? I think it hurt the Giants' pride when they put on that awful performance against the Browns on the road. But you can be sure the Steelers aren't going to lie down and give them a win in Pittsburgh. The difference may be in who the healthiest team is. I expect a really great game, but I think the Steelers defense will make a few more big plays than the Giants defense, and the Steelers get the W.

Indianapolis Colts @ Tennessee Titans - Titans favored by 4

The undefeated, 6-0 Tennessee Titans, against the struggling Indianapolis Colts. The offensive line has been hurt, Joseph Addai has been hurt, Marvin Harrison has been hurt, Peyton Manning has been hurt, Bob Sanders... geez, we get the point! But the Colts desperately need a win if they want any chance at a playoff spot. And the Titans, maybe a little bit over confident against a divisin foe? I'm picking the upset here and taking the Colts! You can't just pick favorites and give out free NFL picks like you're doing somebody a favor.

Buffalo Bills @ Miami Dolphins - Bills favored by 1.5

I really like this Bills team. A lot of great defensive players. A steady and capable offense, that can run and pass the ball. Special teams playmakers that help the team out on every chance. The Dolphins aren't a bad team. But if you're worth your salt as a 5-1 squad, on top of the division, going on the road to the last place team in the divsion shouldn't be too hard. I'll take the Bills on the road in this one, as they prepare for a showdown against the Patriots coming up.

San Diego Chargers @ New Orleans Saints (In London)- Chargers favored by 3

If you would have told me both of these teams would be 3-4 entering week 8 of the NFL season, I would not have believed you. And if you had said at 3-4, they both have a chance to come back and fight for the division lead, I definitely would not have believed you. I think the Chargers will be energized by the Patriots taking it to the Broncos on Monday night. But I'm also a bit sick of being let down by the Chargers. The Saints, well they define the term "up and down team". Normally here I would make a joke about Reggie Bush being far from LaDainian Tomlinson. Only this year, Bush actually has emerged as a threat and LT has been a bit slowed. I'm taking one of the best quarterbacks in football, and the former Chargers player, Drew Brees to lead the Saints over the Chargers, in an upset.

There you go, 6 free NFL picks for week 8, use them wisely!

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