Jaguars vs. Steelers Prediction, Pick, Odds: Will Trevor Lawrence, Jaguars Extend Their Win Streak?
This week the Jaguars face the Steelers in Pittsburgh. Will Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars extend their win streak? Jason Radowitz answers.
Jason Radowitz - October 26, 2023, 10:27 AM EDT
5 minJaguars vs. Steelers Prediction, Pick, Odds: Will Trevor Lawrence, Jaguars Extend Their Win Streak?
The Jacksonville Jaguars have had one of the most daunting schedules in the NFL this season. I'm not talking about their opponents.
I'm talking about the fact that the Jaguars had to play two London games and a Thursday Night Football game, along with one other game, in 19 days.
The Jaguars found a way to win four games in 19 days. That's incredibly impressive. But will the Jaguars finally start to fatigue when they face the Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Steelers haven't played particularly well this year. However, they're sitting at 4-2 this season and continue to scratch and claw for wins.
How will Sunday's matchup go?
Here are our picks, predictions, and odds for Sunday's game between the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Pittsburgh Steelers.
Jaguars vs. Steelers Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: October 29, 2023
- Game Time: 1:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
Jaguars vs. Steelers Odds
- Spread: Jaguars -2.5 (-110), Steelers +2.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 42 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Jaguars (-145), Steelers (+125)
Jaguars vs. Steelers Injury Report
Jaguars
Questionable: CB Gregory Junior (Hamstring), CB Tyson Campbell (Hamstring), WR Zay Jones (Knee), OT Walker Little (Knee)
Out: CB Christian Braswell (Hamstring), WR Parker Washington (Knee)
Steelers
Questionable: RB Anthony McFarland Jr. (Knee)
Out: TE Pat Freiermuth (Hamstring), DT Cameron Heyward (Groin)
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Prediction
The Pittsburgh Steelers have scored 103 points this season while allowing 127. Yet, they're 4-2 and looking like a playoff contender.
But is their run sustainable?
Probably not.
The offense has only earned 293.8 yards per game. The addition of Diontae Johnson will help the offense. However, the pass protection for Kenny Pickett has been horrendous.
Nobody has really stepped up on offense. George Pickens has 27 catches for 500 yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Najee Harris finally got to 300 yards rushing in six games.
Pickett will struggle against Jacksonville's secondary. The Jaguars have allowed 284 yards per game in the air this season. But look for that number to decrease. The secondary looks a whole lot better in coverage. They need some more from the guys up front.
Against the Steelers, the Jaguars should create havoc, knowing how poorly the Steelers have protected Pickett in pass protection this season.
On the other hand, Trevor Lawrence has thrown eight touchdowns and only three interceptions this year. Lawrence is making better decisions and has helped the Jaguars earn over 350 yards per game on offense this season.
Travis Etienne Jr. has rushed for over 500 yards and seven touchdowns. Meanwhile, Lawrence has found Christian Kirk 39 times for 474 yards and three touchdowns. You'd like to see Calvin Ridley get involved more. After a little under two weeks to prepare for this one, the Jaguars are likely looking at ways to get Ridley the ball.
Pittsburgh's pass rush is electric. But the rest of the defense hasn't been good. The Steelers have allowed over 400 yards per game. They'll force turnovers and create havoc. But they'll also allow some big plays down the field. That never helps.
Let's back the Jaguars to cover the 2.5-point spread on Sunday.
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Pick
- Jaguars -2.5 -110 is currently the best odds. Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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