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Brett Favre’s return to Green Bay in an opposing uniform is the highlight of week 8′s NFL slate. Here’s a breakdown of all 13 games:
Denver Broncos (41) at Baltimore Ravens (-3.5)
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Both teams are fresh for this one after byes last week. The undefeated Broncos have pulled out a couple of wins by three points or less while the Ravens have dropped a pair of games by a field goal or less. This week, the Ravens should end their frustration by knocking off the Broncos at home.
Cleveland Browns (40.5) at Chicago Bears (-13.5)
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The woeful Cleveland offense has been held to six points or less in four games this season. Chicago will be glad to return home after last week’s embarrassment at Cincinnati. Jay Cutler and the Bears very well may rebound on Sunday to stay unbeaten at home against the overmatched Browns.
Houston Texans (-3) at Buffalo Bills (41)
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Both squads have won two straight to get into playoff contention. Ryan Fitzpatrick will start again at quarterback for Buffalo in place of the injured Trent Edwards. With a league high 16 TD passes, opposing quarterback Matt Schaub should provide the difference for the Texans in this AFC battle.
Minnesota Vikings (48) at Green Bay Packers (-3)
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After getting banged around in Pittsburgh last week, Brett Favre stays on the road for his homecoming to Green Bay. While Minnesota and Favre won the first round between these two clubs in week 4 at home, Green Bay has a chance for payback on their home turf this week. In a wild atmosphere at Lambeau Field, the Packers are expected to delight their fans with a measure of revenge against Favre on Sunday.
San Francisco 49ers (45) at Indianapolis Colts (-11)
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The 49ers offense received a spark last week from backup quarterback Alex Smith and the debut of top draft choice Michael Crabtree. The Colts are on a roll but only one of their first six opponents (Arizona) has a winning record heading into week 8. With some new momentum on offense, the 49ers will provide a solid test for Indianapolis as a double-digit underdog on the road.
Miami Dolphins (40) at New York Jets (-3.5)
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After blowing a 21-point lead at home last week, the Dolphins are now on the road in four of their next five game. New York ended their three-game slide last week and will be eager for revenge after losing at Miami in week 5. The Jets defense should get it done against the Dolphins this time around.
St. Louis Rams (45) at Detroit Lions (-9.5)
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In the ugly matchup of the week, the 0-7 Rams will visit the 1-5 Lions. St. Louis running back Steven Jackson is third in the NFL in rushing despite his team’s struggles. With the Lions battling some key offensive injuries, the Rams will finally break through for a win behind Jackson.
Seattle Seahawks (45.5) at Dallas Cowboys (-9)
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The Seahawks have lacked consistency in their 2-4 start with two shutout wins and three double-digit defeats. Dallas delivered their strongest effort of the season against Atlanta last week. With more offensive weapons, the Cowboys may send the Seahawks to another double-digit setback on Sunday.
Oakland Raiders (42.5) at San Diego Chargers (-16.5)
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The dysfunctional Raiders returned to form against New York last week. San Diego got healthy against the Chiefs to stay in playoff contention at 3-3. While the Chargers will move above .500, the Raiders should be able to hang around against another inconsistent team in this AFC West matchup.
Jacksonville Jaguars (44) at Tennessee Titans (-3)
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The Jaguars can’t afford a loss in their hopes of being a serious playoff contender in the second half of the season. The winless Titans are still trying to recover from their 59-0 pasting at New England in week 6. With more to play for, the Jaguars will add to Tennessee’s misfortune before an uninterested home crowd in Nashville.
Carolina Panthers (43) at Arizona Cardinals (-7.5)
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With a league high 13 interceptions, Carolina quarterback Jake Delhomme hasn’t been able to recover from last year’s disastrous playoff performance against Arizona. The Cardinals (lead the NFL in rushing defense) will provide some more problems for the disappointing Panthers in this postseason rematch.
New York Giants (44) at Philadelphia Eagles (-1)
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New York has dropped two straight heading into this critical NFC East battle. The Eagles are coming off of a short week after facing the Redskins in Washington on Monday night. In a tight affair, the Giants should continue their pattern of being one of the best road teams in the league.
Atlanta Falcons (53.5) at New Orleans Saints (-9)
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The Falcons still control their own fate in the NFC South but a loss on Monday would give New Orleans a three-game lead in the division. While the Saints have been on an incredible run, the Falcons just may have enough firepower to gain a cover in this one.
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