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Jacksonville Jaguars at Pittsburgh Steelers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Jacksonville Jaguars at Pittsburgh Steelers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Jacksonville Jaguars (5-2) visit the Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2) on Sunday. Kick from Acrisure Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Jaguars vs. Steelers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Jaguars knocked off the New Orleans Saints 31-24 to cover as 2.5-point road underdogs on Thursday Night Football Oct. 19. QB Trevor Lawrence went 20 of 29 for 204 yards and a touchdown through the air along with 8 carries for 59 yards on the ground. RB Travis Etienne Jr. carried the ball 14 times for 53 yards and 2 TDs.

The Steelers took care of the Los Angeles Rams 24-17 last Sunday to cover as 3.5-point road underdogs. QB Kenny Pickett threw for 230 yards on a 17-of-25 performance while adding a TD on the ground. His top target was WR George Pickens, who hauled in 5 receptions for 107 yards. RB Najee Harris (14 carries for 53 yards) and RB Jaylen Warren (6 for 32) also tacked on a rushing TD each.

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Jaguars at Steelers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jaguars -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Steelers +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread (ATS): Jaguars -1.5 (-115) | Steelers +1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 41 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jaguars at Steelers key injuries

Jaguars

CB Tyson Campbell (hamstring) questionable
S Andre Cisco (hamstring) questionable
WR Zay Jones (knee) out
T Walker Little (knee) questionable
G Brandon Scherff (ankle) questionable

Steelers

CB Patrick Peterson questionable
CB James Pierre (ankle) questionable
CB Joey Porter Jr. (calf) questionable
CB Levi Wallace (foot) questionable

Jaguars at Steelers picks and predictions

Prediction

Jaguars 27, Steelers 24

Moneyline

PASS.

While not by much, there is more money to be made betting the Jaguars’ spread. At -1.5 (-115), a Jaguars victory almost certainly guarantees a profit, more than the likelihood they win by a single point.

Against the spread

BET JAGUARS -1.5 (-115).

The Steelers are banged up at the cornerback position, which will hurt them on Sunday. Whether all the players on the injury report play or not is unknown, but many of their CBs have missed practice this time, while the Jaguars are coming off a long rest. The Jaguars are 2-0 on the road and will make it 3-0 against the Steelers.

Over/Under

BET OVER 41 (-110).

The Over has hit in back-to-back Jaguars games, while the total score has gone over 41 in 4 of their last 5. On the flip side, the Steelers have given up at least 15 points in all but 1 game this season. Expect more touchdowns than field goals in this battle between 2 young QBs.

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Pittsburgh Steelers at Los Angeles Rams odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Pittsburgh Steelers at Los Angeles Rams odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2) are on the road against the Los Angeles Rams (3-3) Sunday. Kickoff at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood is set for 4:05 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Steelers vs. Rams odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Steelers were off in Week 6, which gave them some extra time to get healthy and to prepare for the Rams. WR Diontae Johnson is expected to return from injured reserve, but TE Pat Freiermuth is not likely to play after aggravating his hamstring injury. In their last game, the Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 in Week 5.

The Rams bounced back from a Week 5 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles by beating the Arizona Cardinals 26-9 last week. They improved to 3-3, but will be without RB Kyren Williams, who sprained his ankle in Week 6 and is expected to miss multiple games. WR Cooper Kupp is back like he never left, though; he had 100-plus yards in each of his 1st 2 games.

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Steelers at Rams odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:03 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Steelers +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Rams -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Steelers +3 (-105) | Rams -3 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 44 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Steelers at Rams key injuries

Steelers

TE Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) out

Rams

LB Ernest Jones (knee) questionable
CB Derion Kendrick (personal) questionable
RB Kyren Williams (ankle) out

Steelers at Rams picks and predictions

Prediction

Rams 23, Steelers 17

Moneyline

The Steelers are one of the worst offenses in football, ranking 30th in points per game (15.8) and yards per game (268.2) this season. Johnson’s return will help, but not enough to make a significant difference. The Rams, meanwhile, have been very efficient on offense and sustain drives thanks to their 9th-best 3rd-down conversion rate.

The Rams are rightfully favored in this game and even at -165 on the money line, they’re at least worth a bet, though the spread offers much better value, even only giving up 3 points. BET RAMS (-165) to win outright at home.

Against the spread

The Rams are 4-1-1 against the spread this season, with their only loss coming against the Eagles 2 weeks ago. The Steelers are a respectable 3-2, but they’ve been carried by their defense and they could have trouble matching up with the Rams’ weapons, which include Kupp and star rookie WR Puka Nacua.

BET RAMS -3 (-115) to cover the spread and win by at least 4 points on Sunday afternoon.

Over/Under

The Over is just 1-4 in 5 Steelers games this season. The Over is also only 2-4 in the Rams’ 6 games, evidence of just how well each defense is playing. The Rams have struggled to put together 4 good quarters in a single game, struggling in either the 1st half or 2nd half each week. The Steelers, meanwhile, have had as many games with more than 17 points (2) as they do games with fewer than 10 points scored (2).

BET UNDER 44 (-110) this weekend.

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Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Baltimore Ravens (3-1) face the Pittsburgh Steelers (2-2) Sunday in Week 5 NFL action. Kickoff from Acrisure Stadium is at 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Ravens vs. Steelers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

After lopsided games in Week 4, both the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be going in different directions this season.

The Ravens played the Cleveland Browns without their starting QB Deshaun Watson and dominated 28-3. The Baltimore defense gets a lot of the credit. They gave their offense plenty of good field position thanks to 3 interceptions off Browns QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson. The offense came from QB Lamar Jackson, who rushed for 2 touchdowns, and TE Mark Andrews who caught the other 2 touchdowns.

The Steelers came into their Week 3 game against the Houston Texans hoping to get some consistency on offense. But, so far this year, when the Steelers lose, they do so in epic proportions. Their 2 losses this year have been with scores of 30-7 in Week 1 and 30-6 last game. QB Kenny Pickett threw for 114 yards and 1 INT, despite trailing the entire game. And RB Najee Harris led the team in rushing and receiving but only had 103 yards combined.

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Ravens at Steelers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Ravens -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Steelers +170 (bet $100 to win $170)
Against the spread (ATS): Ravens -4.5 (-105) | Steelers +4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 38 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ravens at Steelers key injuries

Ravens

WR Odell Beckham Jr. (ankle) questionable
RB Justice Hill (foot, hamstring) questionable
CB Marlon Humphrey (foot) questionable
OLB Odafe Oweh (ankle) out
RB Keaton Mitchell (shoulder) questionable
OT Morgan Moses (shoulder) doubtful
S Daryl Worley (shoulder) out

Steelers

OL James Daniels (groin) out
TE Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) out
P Pressley Harvin III (hamstring) out
DL DeMarvin Leal (concussion) out
OT Dan Moore (knee) out

Ravens at Steelers picks and predictions

Prediction

Ravens 19, Steelers 14

Moneyline

Home underdogs have been atrocious this year, winning in just 7 of their 26 games this season. That doesn’t bode well for the Steelers.

Combine that with the fact that Pittsburgh is last in the NFL in first downs (53 versus Baltimore’s 80) and are one of just 2 teams who haven’t scored a rushing touchdown (Baltimore has 8), and I like the Ravens,

That being said -210 is too pricey to play so you should PASS and look to the spread.

Against the spread

While home dogs have a better record against the spread (10-14-2) than they do straight up (7-19), it is still not ideal.

Yes the line is above 3, which is a key number in case this game is close, but so far this year the Ravens have been able to score when given the chance. Baltimore is number 1 in the NFL in red zone touchdown percentage (80%) while Pittsburgh’s red zone defense is 22nd in the league.

On the flip side, the Steelers have a 40% red zone touchdown percentage (28th in the NFL), and the Ravens have the 3rd best defense in the red zone.

You never know if Pittsburgh can get an edge playing at home against one of their most hated opponents, but statwise I like Baltimore to cover.

BET RAVENS -4.0 (-110).

Over/Under

Both teams trend towards the Under. As a favorite the Ravens are 3-0 towards the Under while the Steelers as underdogs are 2-1.

Also home underdogs have hit the Under this season 15 times in 26 games. The current line at 38 is low, but I think the books are right that it will be a low-scoring game.

LEAN UNDER 38 (-110).

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Pittsburgh Steelers at Houston Texans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Pittsburgh Steelers at Houston Texans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers (2-1) and Houston Texans (1-2) meet Sunday at NRG Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Steelers vs. Texans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Steelers covered the spread as 3-point underdogs in a 23-18 win at the Las Vegas Raiders last Sunday as the Under (44) hit. QB Kenny Pickett threw 2 TDs, and Pittsburgh won a road game vs. the Raiders for the 1st time since 1995.

The Texans covered as 7.5-point underdogs in a 37-17 win at the Jacksonville Jaguars last Sunday as the Over (43.5) cashed. QB C.J. Stroud and coach DeMeco Ryans got their first wins, and Houston covered for the first time this season.

These teams have not faced each other since QB Ben Roethlisberger and QB Deshaun Watson played for the Steelers and Texans, respectively. The Steelers covered as 3.5-point home favorites with a 28-21 win as the Over (46.5) hit Sept. 27, 2020.

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Steelers at Texans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Steelers -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Texans +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Steelers -3 (-105) | Texans +3 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 42 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Steelers at Texans key injuries

Steelers

OL James Daniels (groin) out
P Pressley Harvin III (hamstring) out

Texans

OL Michael Deiter (chest) questionable
OL Josh Jones (hand) out
LB Denzel Perryman (hand, wrist) out
OT Laremy Tunsil (knee) out

Steelers at Texans picks and predictions

Prediction

Texans 20, Steelers 17

Moneyline

The TEXANS (+125) have been improving offensively each week and will be much harder for Pittsburgh’s defense to contain than Las Vegas was. Both teams have been upgraded since their underdog wins last week, but I’m not as impressed by Pittsburgh’s victory. If Raiders coach Josh McDaniels was less conservative late in the game, the Steelers potentially don’t even cover as underdogs in overtime.

SPRINKLE on TEXANS (+125).

Against the spread

Taking the points is a safer option for those who can’t stomach the thought of risking money on Houston to win back-to-back games. The Texans should be able to, at the very least, keep it close in a low-scoring affair. Houston’s defense was a liability in the first 2 weeks of the season but should be able to contain this very mediocre Steelers offense.

BET TEXANS +3 (-115).

Over/Under

The Under is 2-1 in Steelers games this season. The lone Over (39.5) hit in a 26-22 win vs. the Cleveland Browns in Week 2 – a game that featured 2 defensive TDs. This Steelers offense hasn’t shown me that it’s capable of putting up a lot of points, and I like Pittsburgh’s defense to continue to look elite.

BET UNDER 42 (-110).

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Pittsburgh Steelers at Las Vegas Raiders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Pittsburgh Steelers at Las Vegas Raiders odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers (1-1) and Las Vegas Raiders (1-1) meet Sunday night at Allegiant Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Steelers vs. Raiders odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Steelers covered as 2-point dogs to the Cleveland Browns last week in a 26-22 victory. The Steelers had 2 defensive scores, and QB Kenny Pickett managed the game just well enough to sneak by. He was 15 of 30 for 222 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT. WR George Pickens had 4 grabs for 127 yards and a score. Pittsburgh is 1-1 ATS and 1-1 O/U.

The Raiders failed to cover as 7.5-point dogs to the Buffalo Bills in Week 2 as they were smoked 38-10. RB Josh Jacobs rushed 9 times for -2 yards, and QB Jimmy Garoppolo threw for 185 yards, 1 TD and 2 INTs. Vegas is 1-1 ATS and O/U on the season.

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Steelers at Raiders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:46 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Steelers +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Raiders -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Steelers +2.5 (+100) | Raiders -2.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Steelers at Raiders key injuries

Steelers

WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) out
WR Gunner Olszewski (concussion)

Raiders

DE Tyree Wilson (illness) questionable

Steelers at Raiders picks and predictions

Prediction

Steelers 20, Raiders 14

Moneyline

This game figures to be a grind-it-out affair on the ground. The Steelers allow 193 rushing yards per game, which is the worst in the league. The Raiders are 27th at 138.5 rushing yards allowed per game.

Pittsburgh will try to dominate on the ground and eat up clock. RB Najee Harris has yet to really get going with 16 rushes for 74 yards on the season. Look for him to test that yardage threshold in this game. I’ll take the STEELERS +125 at plus-money.

Against the spread

The Steelers are at a value catching nearly a field goal at even-money. The Raiders will try to air it out a bit, but in a game that figures to be about time of possession, the Steelers match up well.

I like the STEELERS +2.5 (+100) whether you take the ML or not.

Over/Under

As mentioned, this game figures to be a grind between the tackles. Neither offense has had much success thus far as the Steelers have combined for 34 points, and the Raiders have scored just 27 in 2 games. The Raiders are 4-6 O/U in their last 10, and Pittsburgh is 5-5.

This game screams UNDER 43 (-110).

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Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Cleveland Browns (1-0) and the Pittsburgh Steelers (0-1) meet Monday night at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Browns vs. Steelers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Browns picked up a dominant 24-3 victory in Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals, holding QB Joe Burrow to just 82 passing yards with 17 incompletions. Cleveland rolled up 21 first downs to just 6 for Cincinnati, while outgained the Bengals by a 350-to-142 margin in total yards.

Cleveland also racked up 206 rushing yards, while Cincinnati managed only 75 yards on the ground. The Browns dominated the way they did by losing the turnover battle with a minus-2 ratio, too.

The Steelers were pounded at home by a 30-7 score by the visiting San Francisco 49ers. Pittsburgh fell behind 20-0, and it was never able to recover. The Steelers were limited to just 3.9 total yards per play, and it lost the turnover battle 2-to-1, with both of the miscues coming as QB Kenny Pickett interceptions.

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Browns at Steelers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Browns -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Steelers +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread (ATS): Browns -2 (-110) | Steelers +2 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Browns at Steelers key injuries

Browns

WR Amari Cooper (groin) questionable
DB Juan Thornhill (calf) questionable

Steelers

WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) out
RB Anthony McFarland (knee) out

Browns at Steelers picks and predictions

Prediction

Steelers 22, Browns 18

Moneyline

The STEELERS (+110) are a decent option at home as slight underdogs.

Pittsburgh has won 3 of the past 4 games overall, and Acrisure Stadium (formerly known as Heinz Field) has been a house of horrors for the Browns (-130). Cleveland is just 2-22 in 24 visits to Pittsburgh since the Steelers opened Acrisure Stadium, including a 1-21 record in the regular season. As such, keep fading the Browns whenever they visit the Steel City until Cleveland can turn that ugly history around, winning in Pittsburgh on the regular.

In addition, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has a sparkling 25-6-1 career record against the Browns. Cleveland hasn’t opened a season with a 2-0 record since 1993, and this is the 1st time it has been favored in Pittsburgh since 1989.

Against the spread

The STEELERS +2 (-110) are only worth playing if you strongly believe they’ll win outright, or this game will be a tie, or a win by the Browns by only a single point.

If you’re not in that camp, then play Pittsburgh straight up on the moneyline instead.

Over/Under

OVER 38 (-110) is the lean, ever so slightly.

The Over cashed in the regular season finale in Pittsburgh last season, with 42 points on a total of 40 at most shops. The Over also cashed in the Week 3 meeting in Cleveland, too. In fact, the Over is 4-2 in the past 6 meetings overall in this series.

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San Francisco 49ers at Pittsburgh Steelers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s San Francisco 49ers at Pittsburgh Steelers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The San Francisco 49ers and Pittsburgh Steelers meet in Week 1 NFL action Sunday. Kickoff from Acrisure stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the 49ers vs. Steelers, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The 49ers’ 2022 season ended with a 31-7 loss in the NFC Championship at the hands of the Philadelphia Eagles. Rookie QB Brock Purdy was a star for the 49ers after coming in as the 3rd-string QB in week 13 of last year’s regular season, but suffered a UCL injury in the NFC Championship loss. Reigning Defensive Player of the Year DE Nick Bosa ended his contract holdout Wednesday, agreeing to a 5-year $170 million contract.

Coach Mike Tomlin extended his streak of years without a losing season to 16 as the Steelers won their final 4 games in 2022. The Steelers were 7-2 in their final 9 games after their week 9 bye, yet missed the playoffs while finishing with a 9-8 record. All indications are that 2nd-year QB Kenny Pickett has made a significant jump and Steelers fans are hopeful to make the playoffs in a very crowded AFC.

Against the AFC last year the 49ers went 3-2 straight up and 1-4 against the spread (ATS), while the Over was 3-2 in such games.

Against the NFC last year the Steelers were 4-1 overall and 4-1 ATS, with the Under being 3-2.

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49ers at Steelers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 6:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): 49ers -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Steelers +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread (ATS): 49ers -2 (-110) | Steelers -2 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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49ers at Steelers key injuries

49ers

S Talanoa Hufanga (knee) questionable
TE George Kittle (groin) questionable
WR Ray-Ray McCloud III (wrist) questionable
K Jake Moody (quad) questionable
CB Charvarius Ward (heel) questionable

Steelers

DT Cameron Heyward (stomach) questionable
DT Larry Ogunjobi (foot) questionable

49ers at Steelers picks and predictions

Prediction

49ers 21, Steelers 20

Moneyline

BET 49ERS (-130).

I like backing the 49ers to win here and I see them as a true title contender, and with Bosa being back in action they should be firing on all cylinders. I am worried about the injury to Kittle as there is a real possibility that he doesn’t suit up, but this star-studded 49ers offense should be fine either way. Many have the Steelers as a team that will surprise fans this season, and I agree, but I don’t think they have enough to top the 49ers in their opener.

Against the spread

LEAN STEELERS +2 (-110).

This is a very slight lean that you should play lightly as the 49ers are the more talented team, but I think the Steelers will keep this game very close.

I have questions about what Purdy will look like coming off his injury and while he was great for the 49ers last year, I am not sure that we will see quite that level of production this time around. If Pickett can perform the way he did in the preseason I expect the Steelers to be a much better team offensively than last year.

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Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 41.5 (-110).

These are 2 teams with very good defenses, and that will show in this game. The Steelers still have a very questionable offensive line and I expect Bosa and the 49ers’ phenomenal defensive line to expose that early and pressure Pickett on nearly every drop back. Similarly, I expect Tomlin and this Steelers defense full of crafty veterans to continue to be a very solid run stopping defense, putting more pressure on Purdy to make plays.

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Pittsburgh Steelers at Atlanta Falcons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Pittsburgh Steelers at Atlanta Falcons odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0) and Atlanta Falcons (1-0-1) meet Thursday in Week 3 preseason action. Kickoff from Mercedes-Benz Stadium is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (NFL Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Steelers vs. Falcons odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Pittsburgh cruised to a 27-15 win vs. the Buffalo Bills in Week 2. The Steelers’ big-play ability was on full display in that win, with RB Jaylen Warren opening the game with a 62-yard rushing TD. QB Kenny Pickett looked solid yet again and he connected with TE Pat Freiermuth on a 25-yard pass in the 1st quarter.

QB Mitch Trubisky played the majority of the game for Pittsburgh, going 10-for-13 for 78 yards and a TD. QB Mason Rudolph also made an appearance, going 5-for-7 for 52 yards. Coach Mike Tomlin will play the Steelers starters on offense vs. the Falcons.

Atlanta is coming off a 13-13 tie vs. the Cincinnati Bengals. QB Desmond Ridder completed 7 of 9 passes for 80 yards with an interception that many thought should’ve been called back due to penalty. Ridder led an impressive, but penalty-plagued, drive at the end of the game that led to the game-tying FG with 2 seconds left.

Steelers at Falcons odds

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Moneyline (ML): Steelers -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Falcons +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
Against the spread (ATS): Steelers -4.5 (-110) | Falcons +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Steelers at Falcons picks and predictions

Prediction

Steelers 24, Falcons 17

Moneyline

PASS.

I like the Steelers to win but at (-190) the line is not worth the juice. Bet on the spread and/or Over/Under instead.

Against the spread

LEAN STEELERS -4.5 (-110).

Tomlin plans to play all of his younger starters on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball, which gives the Steelers the advantage. I expect the Falcons to do some of the same, but the Steelers’ units have looked very good so far. Look for them to beat the Falcons by a good margin as they have won each of their 2 preseason games by double digits.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 38.5 (-110).

This Steelers offense has shown they can put up points, scoring 27 in each of the 1st 2 preseason games. Last season the Steelers offense only scored 1 offensive TD of over 25 yards; this preseason they have 4. The Falcons have had a solid defense throughout the preseason and a questionable offense, but if Smith starts the offensive starters then expect this game to hit the Over with how solid those starters looked last week.

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Buffalo Bills at Pittsburgh Steelers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Buffalo Bills at Pittsburgh Steelers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Buffalo Bills (1-0) face off against the Pittsburgh Steelers (1-0) in Week 2 of the NFL Preseason on Saturday. Kickoff from Acrisure Stadium is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bills vs. Steelers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bills knocked off the Colts 23-19 Saturday in their preseason opener. QB Matt Barkley went 14-of-15 for 172 yards and 2 touchdowns. The biggest story out of Buffalo last week was the return of S Damar Hamlin who saw his first in-game action since last January when he suffered cardiac arrest on the field against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hamlin had 3 solo tackles and seemed to get right back into his groove; a great sign for not only Bills’ fans but the NFL as a whole.

The Steelers took down the Buccaneers 27-17 on the road on Sunday in Week 1 preseason action. Pittsburgh got stellar performances from both quarterbacks with Mason Rudolph throwing 7-of-12 for 132 yards and a touchdown and QB Kenny Pickett going 6-of-7 with a TD pass to WR George Pickens, a connection we are sure to see more of in the regular season.

Bills at Steelers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bills -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Steelers +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bills -1.5 (-105) | Steelers +1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bills at Steelers picks and predictions

Prediction

Bills 24, Steelers 23

Moneyline

LEAN BILLS (-120).

While the Steelers had a solid first game, their defense let up 10 unanswered points to end the game and they’ll surely have their hands full with the Bills announcing their starters will suit up for a maximum of a quarter and a half. Bills DL Shaq Lawson and company are still trying to cement their regular season roles, another factor that will lead to a Bills victory.

Against the spread

PASS.

Spreads are never simple in the preseason, especially separated by a point and a half. Both teams are expected to see their first teams, even if only for a quarter, and both teams have solid backup quarterbacks capable of leading their respective offenses. Expect a close game until the final whistle and don’t fret about the spread.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 42.5 (-110).

We should expect points Saturday as both teams will start out with the first-team offenses which should test the opposing defenses. Bills QB Kyle Allen is looking to bounce back after a lackluster performance against the Colts last week while Pickett and Rudolph will be looking to pick up where they left off. With different defensive schemes still being perfected, both teams should be able to find the end zone multiple times.

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Pittsburgh Steelers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Pittsburgh Steelers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Pittsburgh Steelers commence their preseasons Friday. Kickoff from Raymond James Stadium is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Steelers vs. Buccaneers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Buccaneers have been on a downward trend since winning Super Bowl LV, falling in the Divisional Round and the Wild Card round in the last 2 seasons. QB Tom Brady has retired, so the battle to be his successor between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask is what many fans are most intrigued about. Key players like LT Tristian Wirfs and WR Mike Evans are still with the club, but another year older and working with a different face under center.

Pittsburgh’s starting quarterback this season will be 2022 1st-round pick Kenny Pickett. Head coach Mike Tomlin extended his streak of winning seasons to 16, but the Steelers have still missed the playoffs in 3 of their last 5 seasons and were eliminated in the Wild Card round in the other two. Star RB Najee Harris appears likely to get some work in this battle as well. The Steelers also added key WR Allen Robinson in free agency and LT Broderick Jones with their 1st-round pick.

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Steelers at Buccaneers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 12:34 p.m. ET,

Moneyline (ML): Steelers -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Buccaneers +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Steelers -2.5 (-110) | Buccaneers +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 39.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Steelers at Buccaneers picks and predictions

Prediction

Steelers 20, Buccaneers 17

Moneyline

PASS.

The Steelers (-145) are just a touch too expensive to play on the moneyline, especially in a preseason game. They do have the more experienced quarterbacks which should captain their offense for much of the game.

The Buccaneers’ quarterbacks haven’t been impressive at camp. Mayfield will start Friday, and we can expect a well-coached Steelers defense to get the best of them. However, look to the spread for a better value.

Against the spread

BET STEELERS -2.5 (-110).

QB Mason Rudolph is third-string for Pittsburgh, and he should show more competence than Tampa’s third-string quarterback, John Wolford.

The depth of playmakers that Pittsburgh has is also notable with rookie TE Darnell Washington and Jones. Tomlin is the better coach, and Pittsburgh has more talent deep into its roster.

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Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 39.5 (-110).

Neither team has quarterbacks that have shown much competence either throughout their career or in camp. Many of the Steelers’ top-end playmakers like WR George Pickens are expected to see limited drives in the first game.

However, the Steelers’ 2nd-string defenders, like camp standout CB Joey Porter Jr., could see snaps. Trask and Mayfield aren’t an impressive duo and should struggle to move the ball.

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