This week, fantasy football didn’t go quite as planned for many players, and my predictions were no exception. Last week's outcomes were more misses than hits, but that doesn't stop me from diving in again. I'm currently in Chicago for a hearing care conference, which is a nice change from the usual grind. My employer is covering the trip, so I'm making the most of it by exploring local food spots and catching up with colleagues. Unexpectedly, the flight was rough without Wi-Fi or charged AirPods, but I struck up a great conversation with a culinary school grad sitting next to me. It felt like old times, talking without distractions.

Now, let’s get to the football. The Bengals took down the Eagles with a 40-burger, thanks to Joe Burrow’s impressive four touchdown passes. Philadelphia's secondary struggled, making it a great matchup for Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Meanwhile, the Colts defense couldn’t stop Houston, with Stefon Diggs nabbing ten passes and two touchdowns. Mixon had a strong game too, but Diggs stole the show.

In the Bears versus Washington showdown, D’Andre Swift shined with a 200-scrimmage-yard performance. This key NFC matchup saw both teams flexing their rookie talents. Washington must slow down Swift and Roschon Johnson to stay in the game.

Lastly, the Cowboys surprisingly upset the 49ers on Sunday Night Football, with Jake Ferguson leading the tight ends. Even without his full squad, Brock Purdy showed resilience.

Joe Burrow and More: Surprising Performances in Week 8

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