The Jacksonville Jaguars continue their road trip in Week 8 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Both of these teams are playing well heading into this game. Jacksonville has won four straight games after starting the season 1-2. As for the Steelers, they have won two straight games to improve their record to 4-2.
With both teams on big winning streaks, something has to give on Sunday. Find out what that is going to be below.
Jacksonville Jaguars Vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Odds and Match Details
Team | Spread | Total | ML |
Jacksonville Jaguars | -2.5
-115 |
O42
-110 |
-142 |
Pittsburgh Steelers | +2.5
-105 |
U42
-110 |
+120 |
Odds provided by DraftKings Sportsbook.
Fixture: Jacksonville Jaguars @ Pittsburgh Steelers
Date and Time: Sunday, October 29, 2023 at 1 p.m.
Location: Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Weather: 67 Degrees, 70% Chance of Rain
Field Surface: Grass
Jacksonville Jaguars Vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Injury Report
Jaguars Injuries
- Davon Hamilton (DT)-Back: INJURED RESERVE
- Gregory Junior (CB)-Hamstring: INJURED RESERVE
- Zay Jones (WR)-Knee: Questionable
- Walker Little (OL)-Knee: Questionable
- Tyson Campbell (CB)-Hamstring: Questionable
Steelers Injuries
- Anthony McFarland Jr. (RB)-Knee: INJURED RESERVE
Jacksonville Jaguars Key Stats
The Jaguars have been a profitable team to bet on so far. They are 5-2 against the spread this season.
They are also one of the best teams in the NFL when it comes to turnovers. They are second in the NFL in turnover differential (+6), and they lead the NFL in takeaways (16).
However, they do have some issues protecting the football. They are next to last in fumbles (7).
This could be problematic, considering the Steelers are good at forcing fumbles. They are third in the NFL with six forced fumbles this season.
The biggest issue the Jaguars have had so far is pass defense. Right now, they rank 31st in the NFL in passing yards allowed per game (273.9). Jacksonville could be in trouble if they do not get this under control.
Pittsburgh Steelers Key Stats
The Steelers find themselves in the familiar position of being home underdogs. This is the fourth time all season this has happened to them.
Historically, they have been great in this position. Over the last 20 years, the Pittsburgh Steelers have covered 76% of the time as a home underdog. That is by far the best in the NFL.
Even in the Kenny Pickett era, Pittsburgh covers more times than not. They are 2-1 this season and went 3-2-1 in 2022 as a home underdog.
Offense has been an issue for the Steelers, considering they score just 17.2 points per game.
However, the defense has had trouble stopping the run. They rank 28th in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game (142.3).
Containing RB Travis Etienne will be crucial. After last week’s performance against the New Orleans Saints, the Steelers may even have to worry about QB Trevor Lawrence running loose.
Game Prediction
Both teams have an obvious flaw in their defense. Jacksonville needs to limit Kenny Pickett’s passing opportunities, and the Steelers need to limit Travis Etienne’s rushing opportunities.
Considering the weather report, expect this to be a sloppy game where both teams likely try to run the ball more often. This may actually help the Steelers if they know what is coming. Plus, they have a great home-field advantage in these situations.
Final Pick
Pittsburgh Steelers ML (+120)
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