Browns expert hints at a huge problem that will be new to the Steelers this time around
For the fourth straight week, the Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a division opponent. And with only one week between them, the Cleveland Browns are looking to complete the season sweep of the Steelers, while Pittsburgh aims to put a chokehold on their AFC North lead. To get a better grasp on what to expect on […]
For the fourth straight week, the Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a division opponent.
And with only one week between them, the Cleveland Browns are looking to complete the season sweep of the Steelers, while Pittsburgh aims to put a chokehold on their AFC North lead.
To get a better grasp on what to expect on Sunday, A to Z Sports Cleveland Browns writer Brandon Little offered some insight into the series finale in 2024:
Q. Mike Tomlin was vocal about Myles Garrett and needing to do a better job against him this go around. The truth is, barring Dan Moore Jr. having an out-of-body experience, Garrett could wreck the game again. What did the Broncos do to limit him on MNF?
A. After having eight pressures and three sacks against the Steelers in the first game, Garrett was held in check against the Broncos with just two pressures. Garrett Bolles played well for Denver and they gave a lot of extra attention on that side by chipping and double-teaming. Garrett will have a chance to have another big game against Dan Moore Jr., who he has dominated plenty in the past. I expect Mike Tomlin isn’t going to allow Garrett to wreck them twice and they’ll have a much better plan for him this go around.
– Little
Q. Jerry Jeudy has been one of the more underrated WRs in the league for a few years. Since Jameis Winston took over at QB, he has led the league in receiving yards. Did you see this kind of breakout coming? And will it carry over against the Steelers after he caught fire last week?
A. When the Browns traded Amari Cooper, it opened up the chance for Jeudy to be the No. 1 for the Browns’ offense. Just like last season when we saw Joe Flacco elevate the playmakers, we’re seeing Winston do it this year. With Deshaun Watson, the Browns did not have a consistent passer that could get the ball downfield. Winston can do that and Jeudy’s route-running ability has really shined since. It is a career year for Jeudy and I wouldn’t be surprised to see him go over 1,200 receiving yards.
– Little
Q. Two weeks ago, the Browns caught the Steelers coming off a huge win against the Ravens and were in a spot where they historically have never won. Do you think the Browns complete the sweep? Or does Pittsburgh take down Cleveland at home?
A. The Browns sweeping the Steelers would be a big win that they can take away from this lost season. Cleveland had a home crowd behind them in primetime in the first matchup, which played to their favor. On the road, things are going to be a lot different. I expect the Steelers to take this one on a regular week.
– Little
