Pittsburgh Steelers vs NY Jets Prediction 10-20-24 NFL Picks
NY Jets (2-4) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2)
October 20, 2024 8:20 pm EDT
The Line: Pittsburgh Steelers +1,5; Over/Under: +38
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In this article, we will formulate a Pittsburgh Steelers vs NY Jets Prediction for this NFL Week 7 game on Sunday, October 20th, at Acrisure Stadium.
Must Win for the Jets?
It is a must-win for the Jets, as they come into this game with a 2-4 record overall. They had their chances in the last game against the Buffalo Bills, but they ended up falling short and losing 23-20. Aaron Rodgers completed 23 of his 35 passes for 294 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Breece Hall had a strong game finishing with 18 carries for 113 yards. Allen Lazard also caught six passes for 114 yards and a touchdown. Reports have come out that the Jets have traded for Devante Adams and one of Rodger’s favorite teammates is back with him.
The Jets are averaging 18.3 points, while their defense is giving up 18 points per game. The offense is ranked 22nd in the league while the defense is ranked 7th. In this game, the Jets need to keep Fields contained.
Can Steelers Make another Statement?
The Steelers come into this game with a 4-2 record overall and they are coming off another win in the last game. The Steelers’ offense put on a show putting up 32 points against the Las Vegas Raiders, and they ended up winning with ease. Justin Fields completed 14 of his 24 passes 145 yards. Running back Najee Harris had a strong game, finishing with 14 carries for 106 yards and a touchdown. The top wide receiver was George Pickens, finishing with three catches for 53 yards.
The Steelers are averaging 20.7 points while their defense is giving up 14.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 20th in the league while the defense is ranked 2nd. The Steelers have given up zero points total in the third quarter. The Steelers have started Fields to start the season, but Russell Wilson could end up starting in this game.
Why the Steelers Will Beat the Jets
- The underdogs have won four of the Steelers’ last five games at Acrisure Stadium.
- The Jets have lost eight of their last nine road games following a Division loss.
- The Jets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games as favorites following a home loss.
- The Steelers have covered the spread in eight of their last 10 Week 7 games.
- The Jets have lost the first quarter in four of their last five road games against AFC opponents.
- The Steelers have won the first half in six of their last seven Week 7 home games against AFC opponents.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs NY Jets Prediction
The Steelers and Jets are both going to be involved in a lower-scoring game here. The Steelers are giving up 14.3 points per game, and they are going to dominate here. Aaron Rodgers is going to really struggle against the Steelers defense. The Jets’ defense is giving up 18 points per game, and they are going to really dominate Justin Fields or Wilson here. Rodgers is also going to struggle. Both of these offenses are going to struggle here and the under is going to cash here.