Another week, another full slate of NFL action nearly in the books. Week 8 was packed with excitement.

Key Highlights

• Saquon Barkley found his stride against the New York Giants.
• The Cincinnati Bengals faced off against the Pittsburgh Steelers in a dramatic scoring clash.
• The New England Patriots led by Drake Maye maintained momentum with a sixth win this season.
• The Buffalo Bills surged back with a significant win against the Carolina Panthers, who missed Bryce Young.

Noteworthy Performances

• C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans triumphed over the San Francisco 49ers despite numerous injuries.
• The Baltimore Ravens managed to avoid a downward slide while anxiously awaiting Lamar Jackson’s return.
• Meanwhile, the Atlanta Falcons struggled against the Miami Dolphins, even with Kirk Cousins making a comeback.

Winners and Losers

Winner: Tyler Huntley - The Ravens’ quarterback performed impressively in the absence of Jackson, leading his team to victory.

Loser: Raheem Morris - The Falcons’ performance against the Dolphins raises questions about the team’s direction.

Winner: Big-name RBs - This week highlighted contributions from elite running backs, notably Barkley and Cook.

Loser: Bengals Defense - With crucial players like Joe Burrow struggling, the Bengals need to reevaluate their defensive strategies.