i have a 8' Extra Heavy bps rod and I was trying to see if this would be a good rod for the a rig? Thanks for any advice

Sounds like it. What are the lure weight specs on the rod?

Sounds like it. What are the lure weight specs on the rod?

It says 2-8oz lure I was just wondering if this is overkill

It depends on what you consider throwing on it as well as what kind of regulations you have in your state. I really don't think it's overkill though. I think it'd be pretty uncommon to have an A rig go under 2 oz. by the time you add up all the baits jig heads and the rig itself. 

You'll have to weigh or find out the weight of the A Rig you'll be using to see if it's overkill. Another suggestion is you can always tie it on and cast a few times to see how well the rod can cast if it's under 2 oz.

Well my plan is to put zoom flukes on it so maybe it will work

That rod sounds a little heavier than you need but should work fine. Depending on components, a 5 arm rig with 1/4 oz jig heads and 3-4" plastics will likely come in within the rod specs but toward the lower end. Try it and see if it loads and casts well enough with your specific rig.