Steelers / Bengals Week 18 – A very dangerous home dog

Steelers / Bengals Week 18 – Steelers dangerous home dog

by Jack Chambers for Wannamakeabet.com

The Steelers vs. Bengals rivalry is always a heated affair, and this matchup promises to be no different. While the Bengals are favored, the Steelers have the potential to not only cover the spread but also emerge victorious.

Here’s why:

• Home-Field Advantage: Playing at home in front of their passionate fans can provide a significant boost for the Steelers. The deafening noise can disrupt the Bengals’ offense and give the Steelers an edge.
• Motivated Underdogs: The Steelers will be eager to prove themselves against their division rivals and potentially spoil the Bengals’ playoff hopes. This added motivation could fuel a strong performance.
• Rushing Attack: Najee Harris is a powerful running back who can control the tempo of the game and keep the Bengals’ defense honest. If the Steelers can establish a strong running game, it will open up opportunities in the passing game.
• Defensive Improvements: While the Steelers’ secondary has been a concern, they may have made adjustments and improvements since their last meeting with the Bengals.

Key Factors for Steelers Winning the Game:

• Limit turnovers: The Steelers must protect the football and avoid costly interceptions that could give the Bengals easy scoring opportunities.
• Contain Ja’Marr Chase: Limiting Chase’s impact will be crucial. The Steelers’ secondary needs to play tight coverage and prevent big plays.
• Generate pressure on Burrow: If the Steelers can pressure Burrow and disrupt his timing, they can force him into mistakes.
• Win the turnover battle: Forcing turnovers and capitalizing on Bengals’ mistakes will be key to securing the victory.

Prediction:

I predict a hard-fought battle with the Steelers overcoming the odds and securing a thrilling victory. The final score could be Steelers 27, Bengals 24.