This Sunday, we will have plenty of In-conference clashes that will be key towards the end of the postseason. We are now focusing on the AFC North clash between the Bengals and the Steelers.
Our hosts for the clash, the Cincinnati Bengals, are coming from one not-so-successful run of four wins and seven losses, being 3rd in their conference but with a sole victory of advantage over the Browns.
The Steelers are leading the AFC North with eight wins and three losses, letting their 1.5 lead over the Ravens slip with a surprising loss to the Browns.
Why bet on the Bengals?
Joe Burrow and Cincinnati have been placed in a tight spot, and now, the team needs to take advantage of a susceptible Steelers team and get a win the Bengals desperately need.
They have not exactly stormed back, going 4-4 since their 0-3 start and then losing three games in a row again. However, they put tremendous fights against some of the best teams in the AFC on the way. Close losses to the Baltimore Ravens, Los Angeles Chargers, and Ravens again have almost sealed this team’s fate, leaving them nearly out of the playoffs.
The Bengals are coming off their bye and cannot afford to drop any games, especially against division opponents, although their late season will be a formality, more than likely.
Why bet on the Steelers?
The Pittsburgh team needs to be especially effective here, as the team currently sits in first in the AFC North, but one loss could send them to second place. Pittsburgh’s offense has been inefficient, and the team’s reliance on defense and special team plays is unsustainable.
Then again, where the Steelers excel is the defensive side of the ball. Pittsburgh allows the ninth-fewest yards per game,and the fourth-fewest points per game. This will be one of the tougher tests for them, but they should be up for the challenge on Sunday.
Their away record should make them feel comfortable while looking at the Bengals’ home record.
Final Betting Analysis: Bengals vs. Steelers
In the last ten years, the Steelers have a 15-5 record against the Bengals. They won the previous two duels in a row, the latest of which 34-11 for the NFL Regular Season.
The Steelers have not done as good of a job getting to the quarterback this season, but their coverage has been elite. Joe Burrow is a tough matchup for Pittsburgh, but they are very capable of shutting him down.
Cincinnati has struggled to stop opposing teams all season, but especially lately. Russell Wilson can pick apart a defense, and the Steelers have two capable running backs as well.If the Bengals continue to struggle on defense, the Steelers will have what they reallyneed, a great game on offense and win without any issues. Go for a victory for the visitors at the OVER.
Go for a win for Pittsburgh at 2.3. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $130 for a total payout of $230.
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