Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns 11/21/24 – The stage is set for another enthralling clash on NFL Week 12 as the in-form Pittsburgh Steelers (8-2) take on a demoralized Cleveland Browns (2-8) team on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Huntington Bank Field will be the venue for the game, which starts at 8:15 PM ET and is being broadcast around the prime time slots highlighting the fierce divisional rivalry that includes both teams staking their playoff hopes at this stage of the regular season. For those who won’t see the teams live, the action can be viewed on Prime Video. It is sure not to disappoint, as this could be a key highlight of the campaign for both teams in their quest for success.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns 11/21/24
| When: | Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 8:15 PM ET |
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| Where: | Huntington Bank Field |
| TV: | Prime Video |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Steelers | -3.5 (-115) | 36.5 over (-110) | -195 |  |
| Browns | +3.5 (-105) | 36.5 under (-110) | -195 | |
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— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) November 21, 2024
According to the betting odds, the Steelers are leading with a -3.5 spread that is indicative of how well they have performed over the course of the season as well as in the most recent games. With an over/under of 36.5, it is expected to be a game with relatively few goals, which is in line with the high defensive statistics for both teams and their recent matches. When making bets, it is wise to take into account the Steelers’ reliable form as well as the Browns’ edge due to the venue of the game.
Justin Fields QB vs. Jameis Winston QB
The Steelers have been on a successful campaign in the league with Justin Fields, their quarterback, managing to step up his game. Fields has a 66.3% completion rate over seven games, throwing for 1,106 yards and 5 touchdowns with very few interceptions. Field has been able to create plays with his legs, but the story will be how the Browns defense which has proved to be hit or miss at home tries to keep him in check.
Browns’ Jameis Winston, on the other hand, has had a difficult season and has played in 8 games with a completion percentage of 61.4. He was able to throw for more touchdowns throwing for 7 but has been sacked a total of 12 times due to being unable to deal with pressure. Jameis Winston and his performance at home against this strong defense of the Steelers will be pivotal as Winston has the ability to make plays and limit mistakes which could favor the Browns team.
Steelers’ Ground and Air Attack
During the five most recent matches, the Steelers have been quite versatile on offense. Najee Harris and George Pickens are among the main contributors. As always, Harris has been grinding out yardage and had over 700 rushing yards and 3 Touchdowns in a season. Pickens has also become a deep threat with 728 yards. This kind of pressure will face a Browns unit that has been found wanting on several occasions at home.
Browns’ Response on Home Turf
Even with their season being disappointing, losing to Pelicans, Chargers and Bengals in their last games, the browns have a strange tendency of pulling off more wins at home against Pittsburgh, going 4-1 SU in their last 5 home games. players like Jerome Ford and Jerry Jeudy must do better as well; Ford has been useful in terms of yards per carry, while Jeudy has the capability to change an entire game with his playmaking.
Trends
Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Trends
Pittsburgh are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Pittsburgh’s last 5 games.
Pittsburgh are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.
Pittsburgh are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games against Cleveland.
Pittsburgh are 13-5-1 SU in their last 19 games against Cleveland.
Cleveland Browns Betting Trends
Cleveland are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Cleveland’s last 9 games.
Cleveland are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games.
Cleveland are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games at home.
Cleveland are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns Betting Prediction
The Steelers are coming into this match high on gains and records thus the spread seems to be coverable. The Steelers have to be careful against the Browns though, as they have a tendency to beat up Pittsburgh at their own home ground. I would go for the spread on the Steelers, as their steady form should be useful against a battered Browns team which has had issues delivering form on a consistent level.
As for the individual bets, Justin Fields rushing yards bets can be worth placing due to his ability and thanks to gaps the Browns show on defense. A bet for Under total points can also be appealing looking at recent performances of both sides and the overall trend towards under in the last matches of the Browns.
Score Prediction: Pittsburgh Steelers 24, Cleveland Browns 17.
