Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals: Preview, prediction and odds

Preview for Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals

Week 7 of the NFL season opens with a heated AFC North battle as the Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers at Paycor Stadium.

The two rivals are heading in opposite directions. The Steelers (4-1) are flying high atop the division after a 23-9 win over the Cleveland Browns last week, while the Bengals (1-5) are still searching for stability following a brutal run of injuries.

Cincinnati’s campaign took a sharp downturn after Joe Burrow’s season-ending injury in Week 2. In his place, veteran quarterback Joe Flacco has stepped in, making his Bengals debut in Week 6 against the Green Bay Packers.

Despite the 27-18 loss, Flacco showed composure, throwing for 219 yards and two touchdowns. Star receiver Ja’Marr Chase continued his impressive form, recording 10 catches for 94 yards and a score, but Cincinnati’s rushing attack struggled once again, producing only 55 yards on the ground.

Injuries remain a concern for the Bengals. Trey Hendrickson’s status is uncertain after exiting last week’s game, while Dylan Fairchild, Lucas Patrick, and Matt Lee are all questionable for Thursday night.

On the other side, Pittsburgh look increasingly like a legitimate play-off threat under Mike Tomlin. Aaron Rodgers delivered 235 yards and two touchdowns against Cleveland, while the Steelers’ defense wreaked havoc, registering six sacks and 16 QB hits.

However, there are a few injury worries for the visitors. Miles Killebrew suffered a serious knee injury last week, and Calvin Austin III remains sidelined with a shoulder problem.

Still, with TJ Watt and Joey Porter Jr likely returning, the Steelers should enter the short week in strong shape.

Prediction for Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals

The Bengals are fighting to keep their season alive, but it’s hard to see them matching Pittsburgh’s momentum right now.

Joe Flacco gives them experience at quarterback, but the Steelers’ relentless pass rush and Rodgers’ growing rhythm could be too much to handle.

Expect Pittsburgh’s defense to force key turnovers and Rodgers to make enough big plays to keep the Steelers comfortably atop the AFC North.

Prediction: Pittsburgh Steelers 27-19 Cincinnati Bengals

How to watch Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals

The Pittsburgh Steelers-Cincinnati Bengals matchup kicks off at 8:15pm ET/5:15pm PT, or 01:15am in the UK.

In the US, the game will be broadcast live exclusively on Prime Video, with local market coverage also available through Fubo.

Fans outside the US can stream the matchup via NFL Game Pass on DAZN, which provides access to every regular-season and play-off game, NFL RedZone, and 24/7 NFL Network coverage.

In the UK, Sky Sports will also have coverage.

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