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The Carolina Panthers entered Week 8 above .500 for the first time since 2019, riding a three-game winning streak into their showdown with the Buffalo Bills. The streak didn’t survive the weekend — but the game offered plenty of insight for bettors and fans alike. In this retrospective look at our Bills vs. Panthers predictions, we break down how our picks, best bets, and player props fared based on the strengths, weaknesses, and key moments that defined Sunday’s matchup.
| Date | October 26 |
| Expert Prediction |  Panthers to Cover the Spread +7.5 |
| Alternative Expert Pick |  Over 46.5 Total Points |
| Player Prop Prediction | Josh Allen Anytime TD |
| Alternative Prop Bet Pick | Khalil Shakir Over 48.5 Receiving Yards |
Bills vs. Panthers NFL Week 8 Match Overview
The Buffalo Bills came out of their bye looking refreshed, snapping a two-game skid with a 40-9 win over Carolina. Josh Allen improved to 8-0 in his career following a bye week, throwing for 163 yards and running for 2 touchdowns. Buffalo’s offense looked sharper, while the defense — much-maligned against the run entering the week — held up better than expected against Carolina’s ground-heavy attack.
For the Panthers, the loss dropped them to 4-4. Chuba Hubbard and Rico Dowdle combined for solid rushing production, but inconsistent quarterback play and missed red-zone chances kept Carolina from keeping pace.
Panthers to Cover the Spread +7.5
Our confidence in Carolina’s momentum didn’t translate on the field. The Panthers fell behind early and couldn’t recover, allowing Buffalo to cruise past the number with ease. A late Bills touchdown made the margin even wider, sealing a frustrating outcome for anyone backing the underdog.
Over 46.5 Total Points
While our first pick wasn’t successful, the rest for the 10/26 Bills vs Panthers game were! Buffalo did nearly all the scoring themselves, posting 40 points in a dominant performance. Carolina’s limited offensive output wasn’t enough to make it competitive, but the over still cashed comfortably.
Josh Allen Anytime TD
Allen once again proved to be a reliable rushing threat near the goal line, punching not one but two rushing touchdowns. His dual-threat ability continues to make this one of the most consistent props on the board.
Khalil Shakir Over 48.5 Receiving Yards
Shakir was one of Allen’s top targets, finishing with 88 yards. With multiple Buffalo receivers still banged up, his role in the slot continues to expand — and so does his betting value.
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