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SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 24:  Runningback Darren Sproles #43 of the San Diego Chargers is tackled by the New England Patriots Defense during NFL game on October 24, 2010 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 24: Runningback Darren Sproles #43 of the San Diego Chargers is tackled by the New England Patriots Defense during NFL game on October 24, 2010 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)Donald Miralle/Getty Images

NFL Picks Week 8: First Look at Predictions for Every Game

Bailey BrautiganOct 25, 2010

With only one game remaining in Week 7, it is time to make some predictions for next week.

The Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets and Detroit Lions are all coming off bye weeks and will be hoping that the extra rest and practice will benefit them this coming NFL weekend.

So much parity exists this season in the NFL, and anything could happen in Week 8.

Could the Buffalo Bills finally add a win to their record?

Will the Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Jets and New England Patriots continue to dominate the league?

Read on to find out!

Buffalo Bills at Kansas City Chiefs

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KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 24:  Quarterback Matt Cassel #7 of the Kansas City Chiefs passes during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 24, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.  (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 24: Quarterback Matt Cassel #7 of the Kansas City Chiefs passes during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 24, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Favorite: Chiefs at -7.5

Take the Points: The Buffalo Bills have yet to win a game this season, but most of their games have been relatively close. They even kept within three points against the Ravens...in Baltimore! If the Bills could play the the Ravens close, they definitely have a shot at beating the Chiefs, but traveling to Arrowhead will be a tough task for Buffalo. They won't get the win, but it will be closer than seven points.

Predicted Final Score: Bills 21, Chiefs 24

Jacksonville Jaguars at Dallas Cowboys

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MINNEAPOLIS - OCTOBER 17:  Wide receiver Dez Bryant #88 of the Dallas Cowboys catches a pass for a touchdown as Lito Sheppard #29 of the Minnesota Vikings misses the tackle during the fourth quarter at Mall of America Field on October 17, 2010 in Minneapo
MINNEAPOLIS - OCTOBER 17: Wide receiver Dez Bryant #88 of the Dallas Cowboys catches a pass for a touchdown as Lito Sheppard #29 of the Minnesota Vikings misses the tackle during the fourth quarter at Mall of America Field on October 17, 2010 in Minneapo

Favorite: Cowboys at -11

Take the Points: Sure, the Cowboys' one win was by 14 points against the Houston Texans, but that was their only victory so far this season. The 'Boys will be coming off a short week after a rough game against the New York Giants, and they'll get the win...just not by 11 points.

Predicted Final Score: Jags 20, Cowboys 27

Washington Redskins at Detroit Lions

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 17:  Shaun Hill #14 of the Detroit Lions rushes against the New York Giants at New Meadowlands Stadium on October 17, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.  (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 17: Shaun Hill #14 of the Detroit Lions rushes against the New York Giants at New Meadowlands Stadium on October 17, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

Favorite: Lions at -1

Give the Points: I have been impressed with both of these teams all season. The Redskins have pulled off wins despite their lacking defense, and the Lions are much better than their record indicates. The Lions get the win at home.

Predicted Final Score: Redskins 24, Lions 27

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Miami Dolpins at Cincinnati Bengals

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MIAMI - OCTOBER 24:  Receiver Brandon Marshall #19 is brought down by the Pittsburgh Steelers  at Sun Life Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Miami, Florida.  (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)
MIAMI - OCTOBER 24: Receiver Brandon Marshall #19 is brought down by the Pittsburgh Steelers at Sun Life Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)

Favorite: Bengals at -2.5

Take The Points: The Bengals haven't done anything this season to lead me to believe that they could beat the Miami Dolphins. I gave Carson Palmer the benefit of the doubt on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, and I was left disappointed.

The Dolphins travel very well, and they just played an extremely close game with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Predicted Final Score: Dolphins 31, Bengals 24

Denver Broncos at San Francisco 49ers (London)

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CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 24:  Ted Ginn #19 of the San Francisco 49ers tries to run away from Eric Norwood #92 of the Carolina Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina.  (Photo by Streeter Lecka/
CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 24: Ted Ginn #19 of the San Francisco 49ers tries to run away from Eric Norwood #92 of the Carolina Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/

Favorite: 49ers at -1

Give the Points: This game will put both teams out of their element as they travel to London for part of the NFL's International Series. The Broncos got absolutely rocked by the Oakland Raiders on Sunday, and they won't be able to make enough adjustments to get the win against San Francisco.

Predicted Final Score: Broncos 21, 49ers 27

Green Bay Packers at New York Jets

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DENVER - OCTOBER 17:  Running back LaDainian Tomlinson #21 of the New York Jets celebrates his touchdown against the Denver Broncos at INVESCO Field at Mile High on October 17, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. The Jets defeated the Broncos 24-20. (Photo by Justi
DENVER - OCTOBER 17: Running back LaDainian Tomlinson #21 of the New York Jets celebrates his touchdown against the Denver Broncos at INVESCO Field at Mile High on October 17, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. The Jets defeated the Broncos 24-20. (Photo by Justi

Favorite: Jets at -6

Give the Points: The Jets are one of the best teams in the NFL this season. They are coming off a bye, and have the home field advantage. New York wins this one easily.

Predicted Final Score: Packers 17, Jets 27

Carolina Panthers at St. Louis Rams

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TAMPA, FL - OCTOBER 24:  Quarterback Sam Bradford #8 of the St. Louis Rams looks for an open receiver against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game at Raymond James Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Tampa, Florida.  (Photo by J. Meric/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL - OCTOBER 24: Quarterback Sam Bradford #8 of the St. Louis Rams looks for an open receiver against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game at Raymond James Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by J. Meric/Getty Images)

Favorite: Rams at -3

Give the Points: Who would have thought that the St. Louis Rams would be doing this well? Sam Bradford is proving that he is worth every cent of his enormous contract with St. Louis. The Panthers just won their first game of the season against the San Francisco 49ers, but my money is on the Rams.

Predicted Final Score: Panthers 13, Rams 21

Tennessee Titans at San Diego Chargers

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SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 24:  Runningback Darren Sproles #43 of the San Diego Chargers runs with the ball against the New England Patriots during NFL game on October 24, 2010 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 24: Runningback Darren Sproles #43 of the San Diego Chargers runs with the ball against the New England Patriots during NFL game on October 24, 2010 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)

Favorite: Chargers at -3.5

Give the Points: This is a tough one, but it will also be one of the must-watch games of the weekend. The Titans have been dominant this season, but the Bolts are desperate for a win.

Predicted Final Score: Titans 20, Chargers 28

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Arizona Cardinals

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SEATTLE - OCTOBER 24:  Running back Tim Hightower #34 of the Arizona Cardinals rushes against Marcus Trufant #23 and Lawyer Milloy #36 of the Seattle Seahawks at Qwest Field on October 24, 2010 in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 2
SEATTLE - OCTOBER 24: Running back Tim Hightower #34 of the Arizona Cardinals rushes against Marcus Trufant #23 and Lawyer Milloy #36 of the Seattle Seahawks at Qwest Field on October 24, 2010 in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 2

Favorite: Cardinals at -3

Give the Points: Who would have thought that the Bucs would stand above the reigning Super Bowl champions in the NFC South? Tampa Bay has been pretty good so far this season, but the Cardinals are a real wild card. They can get blown out by the Chargers and then turn around and beat the Saints. I expect Arizona to get the win here.

Predicted Final Score: Buccaneers 16, Cardinals 21

Minnesota Vikings at New England Patriots

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SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 24:  Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England throws the ball against the San Diego Chargers during their NFL game on October 24, 2010 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 24: Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England throws the ball against the San Diego Chargers during their NFL game on October 24, 2010 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)

Favorite: Patriots at -4

Give the Points: The Patriots have only lost one game this season, and they won't lose their second game to the Minnesota Vikings. Some teams in the league have been playing like they have nothing to lose. This works for the Cleveland Browns...not for the Minnesota Vikings.

Predicted Final Score: Vikings 21, Patriots 31

Seattle Seahawks at Oakland Raiders

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DENVER - OCTOBER 24:  Quarterback Jason Campbell #8 of the Oakland Raiders tries to elude cornerback Nate Jones #33 of the Denver Broncos in the first quarter at INVESCO Field at Mile High on October 24, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/
DENVER - OCTOBER 24: Quarterback Jason Campbell #8 of the Oakland Raiders tries to elude cornerback Nate Jones #33 of the Denver Broncos in the first quarter at INVESCO Field at Mile High on October 24, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/

Favorite: Raiders at -1.5

Give the Points: The Raiders completely destroyed the Denver Broncos on Sunday, and they will continue their momentum as they host the Seattle Seahawks. It will be close, but Oakland gets the win at home.

Predicted Final Score: Seahawks 24, Raiders 27

Pittsburgh Steelers at New Orleans Saints

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MIAMI - OCTOBER 24:  Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 passes against the Miami Dolphins at Sun Life Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Miami, Florida.  (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)
MIAMI - OCTOBER 24: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 passes against the Miami Dolphins at Sun Life Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)

Favorite: Steelers at -1

Give the Points: The New Orleans Saints looked all kinds of sloppy on Sunday against the Browns, and they will face an even better AFC North team when they host the Pittsburgh Steelers. Drew Brees threw four interceptions against the Browns, and the Steelers defense will prove too powerful for the Super Bowl champs.

Predicted Final Score: Steelers 30, Saints 24

Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts

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LANDOVER, MD - OCTOBER 17:  Running back Mike Hart #32 of the Indianapolis Colts is tackled by London Fletcher #59 of the Washington Redskins at FedEx Field on October 17, 2010 in Landover, Maryland. The Colts won the game 27-24.  (Photo by Win McNamee/Ge
LANDOVER, MD - OCTOBER 17: Running back Mike Hart #32 of the Indianapolis Colts is tackled by London Fletcher #59 of the Washington Redskins at FedEx Field on October 17, 2010 in Landover, Maryland. The Colts won the game 27-24. (Photo by Win McNamee/Ge

Favorite: Colts at -5.5

Give the Points: Both of these teams will be coming off a bye week, and even though the Texans defeated the Colts in Week 1, it will be do-or-die for Indy. The Colts get the win at home.

Predicted Final Score: Texans 21, Colts 28

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