NFL Week 8 is here before we knew it, and the season’s first half has not disappointed, providing memorable moments along with the highs and lows that come with each NFL campaign.
Looking ahead to the upcoming Week 8 clash, we’re making some bold predictions as the New York Jets (0-7) search for their first win against the Cincinnati Bengals (3-4), who will be defending their home field.
### Jets Seek First Win After Tough Start
The New York Jets continued their winless streak with a 13-6 loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 7. Failing to score a touchdown for the second consecutive week, the window for head coach Aaron Glenn and his team to get on the board is closing fast. Once again, they’ll face the challenge as underdogs on the road.
### Bengals Riding Momentum with Joe Flacco
The Cincinnati Bengals come into this game off a huge 33-31 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in just Joe Flacco’s second week under center. Flacco threw for three touchdowns in his first victory as a Bengal, reigniting the passing attack and giving star receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins the chance to shine once more. The Bengals will be eager to maintain that momentum moving forward.
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## Jets vs. Bengals Bold Predictions – Week 8, 2025
### Ja’Marr Chase to Score Two Touchdowns Again
Despite changes and uncertainties at quarterback, Ja’Marr Chase remains one of the NFL’s most dangerous offensive weapons. Over his last three games, Chase has tallied four touchdowns with impressive receiving yards of 101, 94, and 161 respectively.
In the recent game against the Steelers, Chase set a franchise record with 16 receptions, quickly becoming the primary target for veteran Joe Flacco.
Compounding the Jets’ troubles is the injury absence of cornerback Sauce Gardner, who has officially been ruled out for Week 8. This creates a significant gap in New York’s secondary that could allow both Chase and Higgins to find openings.
Although the Jets’ defense ranks ninth-best in limiting passing yards, they have conceded the fifth-most passing touchdowns this season with 13. This game provides the perfect opportunity for Chase to feast in the red zone and notch two touchdowns again, as he last did against Detroit in Week 5.
### Breece Hall Finally Finds the End Zone
While his status was uncertain leading into the week, Jets running back Breece Hall managed a full practice on Friday, shedding a positive light on his ‘questionable’ knee injury designation.
Hall is expected to play in Week 8 against a Bengals defense that has allowed eight rushing touchdowns so far this season. Despite the Jets’ 0-7 start, Hall remains motivated and is one of the key leaders on offense.
With wide receiver Garrett Wilson out and inconsistency at quarterback, Hall becomes the team’s most valuable offensive weapon in this matchup. He has already produced two 100-yard rushing games and has recorded 30+ receiving yards in four contests this season. However, he has yet to reach the end zone.
The Jets are in dire need of points, and this game could be the one where Breece Hall finally breaks through and scores.
### Jets’ First Win Not Coming This Week
The Jets have five of their remaining 10 games scheduled against teams with below .500 records, including the New Orleans Saints and Miami Dolphins, both sitting at just one win. With the anticipated returns of WR Garrett Wilson and DB Sauce Gardner, the Jets still have a chance to avoid a winless season if their key players can return healthy.
However, injuries currently plague the roster, and Cincinnati looks to be on the upswing. Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco will likely manage the game well and continue finding Ja’Marr Chase, making it unlikely that Week 8 will be the Jets’ breakthrough moment.
### Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor to Both Play QB
Head coach Aaron Glenn has remained tight-lipped about the Jets’ starting quarterback for Week 8 following Tyrod Taylor’s underwhelming 45-yard passing game against the Broncos.
After Justin Fields’ limited but electrifying rushing performance, it’s clear neither quarterback has made a major impact on offense. Glenn and his staff may need to get creative by using both quarterbacks situationally, especially in option plays alongside Breece Hall.
Fields’ speed and running ability contrast with Taylor’s game management skills, so deploying both in different scenarios could benefit the offense. At this point, nothing is off the table, and trying something new might just be what the Jets need.
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As Week 8 kicks off, Jets fans remain hopeful that their team will finally find a spark, even if this week’s game against the Bengals isn’t the one to end their drought. Meanwhile, the Bengals look to continue building momentum at home behind Joe Flacco and the dynamic receiving duo of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.
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