Steelers vs. Browns odds, predictions, picks and best bets
The Cleveland Browns travel to Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers in a late season AFC North showdown. Pittsburgh got a much needed bounce-back win against the Cincinnati Bengals last week. The Steelers scored a season high 44 points, led by a big performance from quarterback Russell Wilson – who threw for 414 yards and […]
The Cleveland Browns travel to Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers in a late season AFC North showdown.
Pittsburgh got a much needed bounce-back win against the Cincinnati Bengals last week. The Steelers scored a season high 44 points, led by a big performance from quarterback Russell Wilson – who threw for 414 yards and three touchdowns. They need to keep winning with just a 1.5 game lead over the Baltimore Ravens for the AFC North lead.
The Browns are coming off a wild shootout loss to the Denver Broncos last week. Quarterback Jameis Winston threw for a whopping 497 yards and four touchdowns, but also threw three interceptions – two of which were returned for touchdowns.
Cleveland is still mathematically alive for the postseason, but aren't realistically going to make it. The Browns are playing better as of late, but Winston has to limit the turnovers if they're going to end the year on a high note.
Here are the best odds, bets, and predictions for this matchup.
*Odds from Caesars Sportsbook and subject to change
Steelers vs. Browns Moneyline
Steelers: -305
Browns: +240
When the Browns are locked in and not playing sloppy football, they can hang with most teams. They proved that when they upset the Steelers just a couple of weeks ago. Cleveland also knocked off the Ravens back in October. Winston can make all the throws, and Jerry Jeudy is one of the hottest wide receivers in the NFL right now.
The Steelers are one of the most well rounded teams in the league. Their defense has been dominant for most of the season, and the offense has gotten better with Wilson at the helm. I can't see Pittsburgh getting swept by the Browns, and especially not losing at home.
Steelers vs. Browns Spread
Steelers: -7 (even)
Browns: +7 (-120)
Although I think the Steelers will take this game, both teams have played a lot of close games as of late. I'm betting on the Browns to play hard and cover the spread.
Steelers vs. Browns Over-Under 44 total points
Over: -110
Under: -110
Pittsburgh's offense has a lot of momentum, and will face a Browns defense that ranks 26th in points surrendered and 24th in total yards. On the flip side, the Steelers' defense is a very good unit, but Cleveland has been explosive offensively as of late. I'll bet the over here.