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For college football fans diving into Week 8 DFS on DraftKings, an exciting slate of games is on the horizon. The competition features intriguing matchups, including Miami-Louisville, Colorado-Arizona, and Baylor-Texas Tech. These games promise high-scoring environments and competitive spreads, making them prime targets for DFS enthusiasts.

A major development on the injury front affects Georgia Tech, as their odds of upsetting Notre Dame have diminished with the absence of Haynes King. Backup quarterback Zach Pyron, priced at $8,400, remains a costly alternative. Additionally, the Alabama-Tennessee game, an October classic, demands attention as both teams vie for playoff spots. Despite not being a focal point in this article, it remains a high-stakes encounter worth considering.

The Miami-Louisville game stands out as the headliner, boasting the highest total on the slate and a narrow spread. Both teams feature top-20 offenses and average defenses, setting the stage for a high-scoring affair. While Cam Ward is a pricey option at $10,800, stacking him with Xavier Restrepo ($8,200) could yield significant rewards. Alternatively, Miami's Isaiah Horton, at $5,900, presents a more budget-friendly stacking partner.

Louisville offers solid value picks, notably in their offense ranked 17th per FPI. Although Tyler Shough's recent performances have been lackluster, logging fewer than 30 DK points combined in the last two weeks, Louisville receivers like Ja'Corey Brooks ($7,300) and Chris Bell ($3,400) provide appealing options. Running back Isaac Brown ($5,600) has also been a consistent performer, averaging 24.8 DK points over his last three games.

Turning to the Colorado-Arizona matchup, despite Arizona's No. 77 offense, both teams' defenses rank outside the top 50. This sets up a potentially high-scoring game. Noah Fifita ($6,200) is an affordable option, while Shedeur Sanders ($9,300) offers high upside. Colorado’s Travis Hunter, priced at $10,000, presents a premium pick, with more cost-effective alternatives like Will Sheppard ($3,900) available.

In the Baylor-Texas Tech game, value quarterbacks such as Sanders and Robertson are worth considering, given Texas Tech's vulnerabilities in pass defense. The Baylor offense, especially players like Brooks, has been productive, particularly in conference play.

Lastly, the Maryland-USC game highlights the potential of players like Moss ($7,200) to leverage Maryland's weak pass defense. Likewise, running backs like Hemby and Mafah offer ground game solutions against exploitable defenses.

This week's slate is rich with opportunities, demanding creativity and strategic thinking for building winning DFS lineups in college football.