NFL betting Week 8 props that pop: Bounce-back and breakout candidates to watch - ESPN

The props were poppin' last week! Daniel bounced back in strong fashion, making good on two of his three wagers. Tony Pollard's inefficient day spoiled Dopp's otherwise sterling showing. I believe in my bud and the process and might just buy the dip on Pollard this go-around.

My outing was similarly solid, hitting a parlay inspired by the Falcons' backfield. I wasn't as lucky, however, when backing the Bolts. Justin Herbert hit the over on passing yards, but Ladd McConkey was held out of the end zone. That's what happens when you stack. It was still solid fun, though.

We're cooking up more good times in Week 8. Daniel is highlighting the young, the old and the Detroit Lions (obviously). Meanwhile, I'm leaning into a series of bounce-back bets. — Liz Loza

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Field Yates explains why he's hesitant on starting C.J. Stroud in fantasy.

Loza: C.J. Stroud OVER 249.5 passing yards (+110)

Stroud has underwhelmed in his second pro campaign, averaging 7.3 yards per attempt since the start of September. Nico Collins' absence hasn't done the Texans' QB any favors, as his completion percentage and YPA have dipped since his No.1 receiver has been sidelined. Stroud's struggles were painfully highlighted via his 86-yard passing effort this past Sunday. But what goes down, must come up. And I'm buying the dip in Week 8.

While Collins is set to miss a third straight contest, the matchup greatly improves for Stroud. The Colts have allowed the seventh-highest completion percentage (68.5%) and the seventh-most passing yards (237 per game). With a spread of five points, Joe Mixon (give me the OVER on 79.5 rushing yards) figures to eat. That doesn't mean, however, that Stroud