Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season brought excitement throughout the league, with several standout performances across various matchups.
In Cleveland, quarterback Jameis Winston showcased his skills by completing 27 of 41 passes for 334 yards and three touchdowns against the Browns. His average of 9.6 air yards per completion marked the highest for a Browns quarterback since Joe Flacco last season. This performance made Winston the first Browns quarterback since Jacoby Brissett in Week 11 of 2022 to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns without an interception.
Meanwhile, in Detroit, Jahmyr Gibbs sprinted to a top speed of 22.03 mph during his impressive 70-yard touchdown run. His remarkable speed was the second-fastest this season. Additionally, Amon-Ra St. Brown became the first Lions player to score a touchdown in five consecutive games since Calvin Johnson in 2011.
Over in Indianapolis, the Colts faced the Texans, where Joe Mixon excelled, gaining +16 rush yards over expected. Meanwhile, quarterback Anthony Richardson struggled, finishing with a dismal 31.3 completion percentage, the second-lowest in a decade for any player throwing 30 times in a game.
In Green Bay, Josh Jacobs proved effective on the ground, rushing for 99 yards and two touchdowns, while safety Xavier McKinney recorded his sixth interception of the season, tying for an impressive record among players this year.
The Arizona Cardinals saw success against the Miami Dolphins, as Trey McBride reached personal highs in several receiving categories. Furthermore, kicker Chad Ryland secured his third game-winning field goal this season.
In New York, Drake Maye showcased his quickness with a 17-yard touchdown run, matching a franchise record for Patriots quarterbacks.
Across the league, key matchups highlighted continued performances paving the path for teams as they head deeper into the NFL season. With game-winning plays and record-setting performances, Week 8 has set the stage for even more thrilling action ahead.
