The Blue Jays and Mariners are gearing up for a crucial showdown in Game 5 of the ALCS, with the series deadlocked at 2-2. With the best-of-seven battle hanging in the balance, the winner on Friday at T-Mobile Park will grab a pivotal edge and move just one step away from a World Series berth.

The Dallas Cowboys (3-3) visit the Denver Broncos (5-2) at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver for a Week 8 showdown, and USA TODAY's panel of NFL experts have locked in their picks and predictions for the action.