Recent Play Details

Offensive Breakdown:

Cleveland Browns:
The Browns are coming off a strong defensive performance against the Bengals, winning 24-3. However, their offense was not as impressive. Deshaun Watson had some bad throws, but the weather conditions might have played a role. The Browns' offense is expected to improve, especially with Nick Chubb in the backfield. However, they will miss RT Tyler Conklin due to a significant knee injury.

Pittsburgh Steelers:
The Steelers had a disastrous Week 1, losing 30-7 to the 49ers. Their offense was virtually non-existent, and they'll be looking to bounce back. The Steelers' offense has the potential to be explosive but needs to find its rhythm.

Defensive Breakdown:

Cleveland Browns:
The Browns' defense was the star of their Week 1 game, holding the Bengals to just 3 points. They'll look to continue that momentum against a Steelers offense that struggled in Week 1.

Pittsburgh Steelers:
The Steelers' defense had a tough time against the 49ers, giving up 30 points. However, T.J. Watt did manage to get 3 sacks. They'll need a much better performance to contain the Browns' offense.

Trends to Consider:

• Steelers are 29-4 straight up at home against the Browns.
• Steelers have lost and failed to cover in two straight games as home dogs.
• Steelers are 20-4 straight up on Monday Night Football under Mike Tomlin.
• Browns have gone under in five straight road favorite situations under coach Kevin Stefanski.
• Browns are 3-7 straight up and against the spread on the road vs divisional opponents.

Prediction:

The game is likely to start slow, with both teams focusing on establishing their run game. The Browns will rely on their defense to create turnovers and give their offense short fields. The Steelers will aim to control the clock and keep the Browns' offense off the field. In the end, the Browns' defense will make the difference, allowing them to cover the spread and win the game. 

Projected Score:
Cleveland Browns 21 - Pittsburgh Steelers 17