Pittsburgh Steelers (9-3) vs Cleveland Browns (3-9)
Game Info: Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 1:00 pm (Acrisure Stadium)
Betting Odds: Pittsburgh Steelers -6.5 / Cleveland Browns +6.5 --- Over/Under: 42.5
The Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers
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It's NFL Sunday, and we've got just what you need! The Outlet Sports Ventures has been on fire this NFL season, and we're all set for today's games! This matchup between the Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers is happening in week 14 at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday afternoon. We're diving into this from a betting angle to figure out the best bets for the game. Here's our take on the Browns vs. Steelers prediction.
Will Browns Be Looking To Play Spoiler?
The Cleveland Browns are hoping to bounce back after a 41-32 loss to the Denver Broncos, which dropped them to 3-9 for the season. Up next, they'll be heading home to face the Kansas City Chiefs.
Jameis Winston has racked up 1,763 passing yards with 11 touchdowns and 7 picks, completing 61.3% of his throws. Jerome Ford is the Browns' top runner with 339 yards and a touchdown. Jerry Jeudy is leading the Browns' receivers with 880 yards on 54 catches and 3 touchdowns, while David Njoku, Cedric Tillman, and Elijah Moore each have over 300 receiving yards this season. On the defensive side, Grant Delpit is on top with 78 total tackles, including 50 solo ones, and Myles Garrett leads with 10 sacks. Overall, the Cleveland defense has put together 32 sacks and snagged 4 interceptions this year.
Can The Steelers Bounce Back?
The Pittsburgh Steelers are riding high after a 44-38 win over Cincinnati, bumping their record up to 9-3. Next up, they’ve got a big showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Russell Wilson's racked up 1,626 yards with 10 touchdowns and 3 picks, completing 65.8% of his passes. On the flip side, Justin Fields has thrown for 1,106 yards, 5 touchdowns, and just 1 interception, with a 66.3% completion rate. Najee Harris leads the team with 824 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns, while George Pickens has snagged 55 catches for 850 yards and 3 touchdowns. Pat Freiermuth has 41 catches for 422 yards and 4 touchdowns, and Calvin Austin III has 383 receiving yards. Plus, two more Steelers have over 200 receiving yards this season. On defense, Patrick Queen leads with 88 tackles, T.J. Watt has the most sacks with 9.5, and Cameron Heyward has 6 sacks. Donte Jackson tops the interceptions chart with 5. Together, Pittsburgh’s defense has put up 29 sacks and 13 interceptions so far this season.
The Browns vs. Steelers Game Prediction!
The Pick: Steelers ML / Under 48.5 (SGP)
I'm going with the Steelers on this one. Gotta give the Browns props for putting up a fight, but here's the deal: they're up against a Steelers team that's out for revenge and on short rest. Plus, the Steelers have a tough schedule ahead with games against the Eagles, Ravens, and Chiefs. I think Pittsburgh will get to Jameis Winston a few times, and in the end, they'll snag the win, though it might be a struggle to cover. Both defenses were in high-scoring games last week, but we know they're solid! The point total seems too high, so I think it'll go under the set number of 42, but let's bump it up just to be safe!
Why the Pittsburgh Steelers will win
The Browns have lost each of their last 16 December road games against AFC North opponents.
The Steelers have won each of their last 11 December home games against the Browns.
The home team has covered the spread in each of the last six games between the Browns and Steelers.
The Browns have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven games at Acrisure Stadium.
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