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Best of NFL Week 8

Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) directs the offense during the first half against the Vikings.
Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) directs the offense during the first half against the Vikings.
Kamil Krzaczynski, USA TODAY Sports
Vikings receiver Stefon Diggs (14) just misses a first-half catch against the Bears.
Vikings receiver Stefon Diggs (14) just misses a first-half catch against the Bears.
Mike DiNovo, USA TODAY Sports
Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes (29) breaks up a pass intended for Bears receiver Alshon Jeffery (17) during the first half.
Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes (29) breaks up a pass intended for Bears receiver Alshon Jeffery (17) during the first half.
Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) celebrates his winning touchdown against the Eagles with quarterback Dak Prescott (4).
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) celebrates his winning touchdown against the Eagles with quarterback Dak Prescott (4).
Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) celebrates his winning touchdown against the Eagles.
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) celebrates his winning touchdown against the Eagles.
Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) catches the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the Eagles.
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) catches the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the Eagles.
Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant (88) catches a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Eagles.
Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant (88) catches a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Eagles.
Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports
Eagles wide receiver Jordan Matthews (81) catches a touchdown against the Cowboys in the third quarter.
Eagles wide receiver Jordan Matthews (81) catches a touchdown against the Cowboys in the third quarter.
Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports
Eagles cornerback Leodis McKelvin (21) tries to pull in an interception against the Cowboys.
Eagles cornerback Leodis McKelvin (21) tries to pull in an interception against the Cowboys.
Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports
Eagles tight end Brent Celek (87) reacts to a made field goal in the second quarter against the Cowboys.
Eagles tight end Brent Celek (87) reacts to a made field goal in the second quarter against the Cowboys.
Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports
Eagles linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) intercepts a pass in the second quarter.
Eagles linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) intercepts a pass in the second quarter.
Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) leaps over Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) in the second quarter.
Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) leaps over Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) in the second quarter.
Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports
Eagles running back Ryan Mathews (24) celebrates a second-quarter touchdown against the Cowboys with teammates.
Eagles running back Ryan Mathews (24) celebrates a second-quarter touchdown against the Cowboys with teammates.
Matthew Emmons, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Eagles.
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Eagles.
Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) catches a pass against the Eagles.
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) catches a pass against the Eagles.
Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports
Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) makes a catch while defended by Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) in the fourth quarter.
Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) makes a catch while defended by Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) in the fourth quarter.
Isaiah J. Downing, USA TODAY Spor
Chargers linebacker Korey Toomer (56) forces a fumble by Broncos running back Devontae Booker (23) in the third quarter.
Chargers linebacker Korey Toomer (56) forces a fumble by Broncos running back Devontae Booker (23) in the third quarter.
Isaiah J. Downing, USA TODAY Spor
Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) catches the winning touchdown against the Packers.
Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) catches the winning touchdown against the Packers.
Dale Zanine, USA TODAY Sports
Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) stiff-arms Packers cornerback Damarious Randall (23).
Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) stiff-arms Packers cornerback Damarious Randall (23).
Dale Zanine, USA TODAY Sports
Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (97) celebrates after Packers QB Aaron Rodgers' pass falls incomplete on fourth down to seal the game.
Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (97) celebrates after Packers QB Aaron Rodgers' pass falls incomplete on fourth down to seal the game.
Jason Getz, USA TODAY Sports
Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) kneels after being tackled in the second quarter against the Broncos.
Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) kneels after being tackled in the second quarter against the Broncos.
Ron Chenoy, USA TODAY Sports
Packers wide receiver Trevor Davis (11) catches a touchdown against the Falcons.
Packers wide receiver Trevor Davis (11) catches a touchdown against the Falcons.
Jason Getz, USA TODAY Sports
Broncos outside linebacker Corey Nelson (52) reacts to a special teams play in the second quarter against the Chargers.
Broncos outside linebacker Corey Nelson (52) reacts to a special teams play in the second quarter against the Chargers.
Ron Chenoy, USA TODAY Sports
Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) breaks up a pass intended for Broncos tight end Virgil Green (85) in the second quarter.
Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) breaks up a pass intended for Broncos tight end Virgil Green (85) in the second quarter.
Isaiah J. Downing, USA TODAY Spor
Broncos guard Michael Schofield (79) and defensive end Joey Bosa (99) go after a fumble by Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (13) in the second quarter.
Broncos guard Michael Schofield (79) and defensive end Joey Bosa (99) go after a fumble by Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (13) in the second quarter.
Ron Chenoy, USA TODAY Sports
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked by Falcons outside linebacker Vic Beasley (44) in the second quarter.
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked by Falcons outside linebacker Vic Beasley (44) in the second quarter.
Brett Davis, USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Taylor Gabriel (18) catches a touchdown pass past Green Bay Packers cornerback Demetri Goodson (39) in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268442 ORIG FILE ID:  20161030_ggw_ad1_074.JPG
Oct 30, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Taylor Gabriel (18) catches a touchdown pass past Green Bay Packers cornerback Demetri Goodson (39) in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268442 ORIG FILE ID: 20161030_ggw_ad1_074.JPG
Brett Davis, Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Houston Texans defensive back Robert Nelson (32) celebrates after a defensive play during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium.
Houston Texans defensive back Robert Nelson (32) celebrates after a defensive play during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium.
Troy Taormina, USA TODAY Sports
New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field.
New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field.
Kevin Hoffman, USA TODAY Sports
Oakland Raiders tight end Mychal Rivera (81) celebrates with center Rodney Hudson (61) after he scored a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium.
Oakland Raiders tight end Mychal Rivera (81) celebrates with center Rodney Hudson (61) after he scored a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium.
Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Brandin Cooks (10) celebrates after a touchdown catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter of a game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Brandin Cooks (10) celebrates after a touchdown catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter of a game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Derick E. Hingle, USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) celebrates after a win against the Seattle Seahawks in a game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Saints defeated the Seahawks 25-20. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268452 ORIG FILE ID:  20161030_sal_ah6_331.JPG
Oct 30, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) celebrates after a win against the Seattle Seahawks in a game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Saints defeated the Seahawks 25-20. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268452 ORIG FILE ID: 20161030_sal_ah6_331.JPG
Derick E. Hingle, Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sport
Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) tackles Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) behind the line during the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) tackles Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) behind the line during the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Jim Dedmon, USA TODAY Sports
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates after running back Jonathan Stewart (28) (not pictured) scores a touchdown in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates after running back Jonathan Stewart (28) (not pictured) scores a touchdown in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Bob Donnan, USA TODAY Sports
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
Troy Taormina, USA TODAY Sports
Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) makes a reception as Detroit Lions cornerback Nevin Lawson (24) defends during the first quarter at NRG Stadium.
Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) makes a reception as Detroit Lions cornerback Nevin Lawson (24) defends during the first quarter at NRG Stadium.
Troy Taormina, USA TODAY Sports
Houston Texans tight end Ryan Griffin (84) signals a first down after a reception during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium.
Houston Texans tight end Ryan Griffin (84) signals a first down after a reception during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium.
Troy Taormina, USA TODAY Sports
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) is tackled and injured on this play and leaves the game after being tackled by Indianapolis Colts linebacker Edwin Jackson (53) at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) is tackled and injured on this play and leaves the game after being tackled by Indianapolis Colts linebacker Edwin Jackson (53) at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Brian Spurlock, USA TODAY Sports
New England Patriots tight end Martellus Bennett (88) is tackled by Buffalo Bills inside linebacker Zach Brown (53) during the first quarter at New Era Field.
New England Patriots tight end Martellus Bennett (88) is tackled by Buffalo Bills inside linebacker Zach Brown (53) during the first quarter at New Era Field.
Kevin Hoffman, USA TODAY Sports
New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) gets tackled by Cleveland Browns strong safety Derrick Kindred (30) and the Browns defense during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) gets tackled by Cleveland Browns strong safety Derrick Kindred (30) and the Browns defense during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Scott Galvin, USA TODAY Sports
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Andrew Hawkins (16) and quarterback Josh McCown (13) celebrate a first quarter touchdown against the New York Jets at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Andrew Hawkins (16) and quarterback Josh McCown (13) celebrate a first quarter touchdown against the New York Jets at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Ken Blaze, USA TODAY Sports
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) gets sacked by Oakland Raiders defensive end Khali Mack  (52) in the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) gets sacked by Oakland Raiders defensive end Khali Mack (52) in the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
Jonathan Dyer, USA TODAY Sports
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Russell Shepard (89) catches a touchdown pass over Oakland Raiders defensive back D.J. Hayden (25) in the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Russell Shepard (89) catches a touchdown pass over Oakland Raiders defensive back D.J. Hayden (25) in the first half at Raymond James Stadium.
Jonathan Dyer, USA TODAY Sports
Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas (29) and wide receiver Doug Baldwin (89) celebrate after a defensive touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter of a game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas (29) and wide receiver Doug Baldwin (89) celebrate after a defensive touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter of a game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Derick E. Hingle, USA TODAY Sports
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) is defended by Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman (24) in the second quarter during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) is defended by Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman (24) in the second quarter during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Washington Redskins tight end Vernon Davis (85) is defended by Cincinnati Bengals safety Shawn Williams (36) and linebacker Karlos Dansby (56) on a 44-yard reception in the second quarter during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Washington Redskins tight end Vernon Davis (85) is defended by Cincinnati Bengals safety Shawn Williams (36) and linebacker Karlos Dansby (56) on a 44-yard reception in the second quarter during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Washington Redskins tight end Vernon Davis (85) carries the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Washington Redskins tight end Vernon Davis (85) carries the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert (85) is defended by Washington Redskins safety Donte Whitner Sr. (39) during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert (85) is defended by Washington Redskins safety Donte Whitner Sr. (39) during game 17 of the NFL International Series at Wembley Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) is congratulated by teammates Titans offensive tackle Jack Conklin (78) and Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) for scoring a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) is congratulated by teammates Titans offensive tackle Jack Conklin (78) and Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) for scoring a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Jim Brown, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) celebrates after a touchdown run in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) celebrates after a touchdown run in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright (13) catches a touchdown pass behind coverage by Jacksonville Jaguars safety Tashaun Gipson (39) in the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright (13) catches a touchdown pass behind coverage by Jacksonville Jaguars safety Tashaun Gipson (39) in the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright (13) celebrates after a touchdown reception in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright (13) celebrates after a touchdown reception in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) tip toes along the sidelines after a first down in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) tip toes along the sidelines after a first down in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Rishard Matthews (18) runs after a catch in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Rishard Matthews (18) runs after a catch in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) runs for a short gain in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) runs for a short gain in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Oct 27, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) attempts a pass with pressure from Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jurrell Casey (99) in the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268438 ORIG FILE ID:  20161027_pjc_ah2_146.JPG
Oct 27, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) attempts a pass with pressure from Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jurrell Casey (99) in the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268438 ORIG FILE ID: 20161027_pjc_ah2_146.JPG
Christopher Hanewinckel, Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODA
Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) runs for a short gain in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) runs for a short gain in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) attempts a pass in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) attempts a pass in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports