Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers will clash on Monday night to renew an old-school AFC North rivalry. Matt McCuen shares his Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers prediction, pick against the spread, and the latest odds ahead of this MNF game.
Matt McCuen - September 18, 2023, 9:55 AM EDT
7 minCleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers will clash from Steel City on Monday night to renew an old-school AFC North rivalry.
Browns vs. Steelers Date, Start Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: September 18, 2023
- Game Time: 8:15 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ABC, ESPN+
Browns vs. Steelers Odds
- Spread: Browns -2 (-110), Steelers +2 (-105)
- Total Odds: O 37.5 (-110), U 37.5 (-103)
- Moneyline Odds: Browns (-130), Steelers (+115)
Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Prediction
This is a rivalry that dates back to 1950.
The Steelers lead the all-time series 80-62-1 and will look to improve on that tonight.
The Browns took down the Bengals in Week 1.
Cleveland was outstanding on defense, allowing just three points to one of the best offenses in football.
The Browns offense was sluggish in the first but came around in the second half, dropping 17 points in the last two quarters.
Deshaun Watson is poised for a bounce-back season after struggling in 2022.
If Watson can return to form, this could be one of the best teams in the AFC.
Nick Chubb will lead the way on the ground for Cleveland. Chubb has rushed for 1,000 yards or more in four consecutive seasons.
Amari Cooper is the Browns' top option in the passing game. Cooper is not expected to play tonight.
Myles Garrett led the way on defense in Week 1. Garret ended the game with one sack and constantly had Joe Burrow under pressure.
The Steelers could not have played worse in Week 1.
Pittsburgh lost their season opener 30-7 to the San Francisco 49ers.
The Steelers ended the game with just 139 yards, most of which came in garbage time.
Pittsburgh did not pick up a first down till their final drive of the first half.
Kenny Pickett showed signs of being the guy as a rookie a season ago. Pickett struggled throwing a pair of interceptions in Week 1.
Najee HardIs rushed for 31 yards but had just six attempts in the loss.
The Steelers will be without Dionte Johnson tonight. Johnson is considered to be the team's No. 1.
Veteran Allen Robinson enjoyed success in Week 1. Robinson had five catches for 64 yards.
Pittsburgh played portly on the defensive side of the football, allowing 391 yards to the 49ers.
Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Pick
This is a great buy-low spot on the Steelers.
Most people will look at how the Steelers played in Week 1 and fade them as a result.
This is an entirely different spot where we will see the Steelers adjust and take care of business tonight.
Amari Cooper being out will limit this Cleveland passing game.
Mike Tomlin will have a game plan to take Nick Chubb out of the game and force Cleveland to play a style they do not want to play.
Pittsburgh will get the cover at home tonight.
Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +2 -105 is currently the best odds. Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds for this pick
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