NFL Week 8 Betting: Best early bets before lines move

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By Judah Fortgang and Daniel Galper
Posted Oct 21, 2024 7:55 am EDT

• Two rookie QBs square off in D.C.: Jayden Daniels and the Commanders battle Caleb Williams and the Bears in what should be a shootout. Take the over on the points.

• Drake Maye has the Patriots' offense in a much better spot: New England (+6.5) is moving the ball well and should be able to exploit a banged-up Jets secondary.

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