Week 8 NFL Spread Predictions Highlight Chiefs Favoritism Over Broncos
Analyst forecasts for Week 8 of the NFL season list spread picks, with the Kansas City Chiefs favored by 1.5 points against the Denver Broncos and other matchups outlined.
The Kansas City Chiefs enter their Week 8 matchup against the Denver Broncos as 1.5-point favorites, according to the latest spread predictions. The analyst notes that the Chiefs have historically dominated the Broncos when quarterback Patrick Mahomes starts, winning the first 12 meetings before recent coaching changes produced two Broncos victories in three games. In the 2026 season opener, the Broncos fell 31-10, with Kenneth Walker III accounting for 173 rushing yards while the Chiefs' defense limited Denver's offense.
The Chiefs, who began the season 5-0 before a loss to Seattle, aim to extend their winning streak, while the Broncos sit at 5-2 but continue to face questions about their offensive consistency and run defense, which ranks 26th in expected points added per rush allowed.
Other spread picks for the week include the Carolina Panthers (+3.5) over the Green Bay Packers, the Las Vegas Raiders (+1.5) over the New York Jets, and the Dallas Cowboys (-6.5) over the Arizona Cardinals. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-2.5) are favored against the Atlanta Falcons, and the Cleveland Browns (+3.5) are projected to cover against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Additional selections list the Jacksonville Jaguars (-9.5) over the Indianapolis Colts, the Baltimore Ravens (+3.5) over the Buffalo Bills, and the Minnesota Vikings (+3.5) over the Detroit Lions. The Tennessee Titans (+10.5) are expected to cover the Cincinnati Bengals, while the Los Angeles Rams (-6.5) are favored against the San Diego Chargers.
The New England Patriots (-7) are projected to beat the Miami Dolphins, and the Washington Commanders (-5.5) are favored over the Philadelphia Eagles. Finally, the Chicago Bears (+3) are expected to cover against the Seattle Seahawks.