Pittsburgh Steelers vs Las Vegas Raiders 9/24/2023 Odds, Analysis and Picks

Pittsburgh Steelers vs Las Vegas Raiders 9/24/2023 – The NFL season is in full swing, and this Sunday, all eyes will be on Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, where the Pittsburgh Steelers are set to face off against the Las Vegas Raiders. Both teams are looking to build on their early-season successes, making this matchup a must-watch for football fans. NFL Week 3 expert picks are revealed as these teams enter an anticipated game.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Steelers	-0.5 (-111)	-120	45.5 o (-115)
Raiders	+0.5 (-111)	+100	45.5 u (-108)

POV: you just scored a 71-yard TD pic.twitter.com/7xfpYowN92

— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) September 19, 2023

Mike Tomlin vs Josh McDaniels

The Pittsburgh Steelers come into this game with a 1-1 record, buoyed by their thrilling 26-22 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Monday Night Football. It was a game that showcased the Steelers’ resilience, as they gained only 255 yards of total offense while allowing the Browns a whopping 408 yards. However, Pittsburgh’s defense was the star of the show, forcing four turnovers, including a pick-6 on the very first play of the game.

Leading the charge for the Steelers is quarterback Kenny Pickett, who has thrown for 454 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions. In the backfield, Najee Harris has been the workhorse, rushing for 74 yards. In the receiving department, George Pickens has shone, amassing 163 yards and one touchdown reception. On the defensive side, linebacker Kwon Alexander leads the team with 17 tackles, and the Steelers have notched an impressive 9.0 quarterback sacks and one interception.

Raiders Look to Bounce Back

The Las Vegas Raiders, with a 1-1 record, aim to rebound after a tough 38-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills in their previous game. Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo passed for 185 yards with one touchdown but was intercepted twice. The Raiders struggled to move the ball, gaining only 240 total offensive yards while turning the ball over three times. Defensively, they allowed the Bills to amass 450 yards in total offense.

Jimmy Garoppolo leads the Raiders’ offense with 385 passing yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions. The rushing attack is anchored by Josh Jacobs, who has 46 yards on the ground. Devante Adams has been the primary target in the passing game, accumulating 150 yards and touchdown receptions. Linebacker Robert Spillane is a tackling machine with 21 tackles, and the Raiders’ defense has recorded 2.0 quarterback sacks and one interception through two games.

NFL Latest Odds: PIT -1 ; O/U 44

The Steelers’ 2023 campaign started with a disappointing 30-7 loss to the 49ers. Falling behind 20-7 in the first half, Pittsburgh struggled to find its footing. Kenny Pickett threw for 232 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions. The Monday Night Football matchup against the Browns was a back-and-forth affair, featuring a combined six turnovers and 13 penalties. Ultimately, the Steelers emerged victorious with a 26-22 scoreline. Pickett contributed 222 yards with one touchdown and one interception, while George Pickens was the star receiver with four receptions for 127 yards and a touchdown.

The Raiders kicked off their season against the Broncos in a nail-biting contest, which they won 17-16. Jimmy Garoppolo was the orchestrator, throwing for 200 yards with two touchdowns and an interception. Josh Jacobs led the ground game with 48 yards, and Jakobi Meyers caught nine passes for 81 yards and two scores. However, their Week 2 encounter with the Bills was a different story. Falling behind 21-10 at halftime, the Raiders couldn’t mount a comeback, ultimately losing 38-10. Garoppolo managed 185 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, and Davante Adams led the receiving corps with 84 yards and a touchdown.