- The Bengals are -3 point favorites vs the Steelers
- Total (Over/Under): 47 points
- Watch this game on CBS
The Pittsburgh Steelers (8-3-0) visit Paycor Stadium to take on the Cincinnati Bengals (4-7-0) on Dec. 1. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EST in Cincinnati, OH.
The Bengals are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -3 (-105).
The Steelers vs. Bengals Over/Under is 47 total points for the game.
Bet now on Bengals vs Steelers & all NFL games with BetMGM
Steelers vs. Bengals Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Steelers | +3 -115 | 47 -110 | +130 |
| Bengals | -3 -105 | 47 -110 | -155 |
Steelers vs. Bengals Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Bengals will win this game with 60.1% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Steelers vs Bengals Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Bengals will cover the spread with 55.5% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
Bet now on Bengals vs Steelers and all NFL games with BetMGM
We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Steelers players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Steelers Player Prop Bets Today
- George Pickens has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 14 of his last 19 games (+7.90 Units / 34% ROI)
- Pat Freiermuth has hit the Receptions Over in 8 of his last 11 away games (+5.45 Units / 41% ROI)
- Justin Fields has hit the Interceptions Under in 9 of his last 12 games (+5.40 Units / 36% ROI)
- Russell Wilson has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.10 Units / 41% ROI)
- Jaylen Warren has hit the Receptions Over in 6 of his last 8 away games (+4.35 Units / 48% ROI)
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Bengals players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Bengals Player Prop Best Bets Today
- Zack Moss has hit the Carries Under in 10 of his last 11 games (+8.70 Units / 61% ROI)
- Zack Moss has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.20 Units / 50% ROI)
- Zack Moss has hit the Receptions Over in his last 5 games at home (+5.25 Units / 88% ROI)
- Zack Moss has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 games at home (+5.00 Units / 85% ROI)
- Joe Burrow has hit the Carries Under in 7 of his last 9 games (+4.75 Units / 42% ROI)
Steelers Best Bets:
- The Pittsburgh Steelers have covered the 2H Spread in 12 of their last 15 games (+8.60 Units / 49% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 12 of their last 19 games (+7.35 Units / 30% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Steelers have covered the 3Q Spread in 13 of their last 19 games (+6.55 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Steelers have covered the 4Q Spread in 13 of their last 19 games (+6.25 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 11 of their last 19 games (+4.90 Units / 20% ROI)
Bengals Best Bets:
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 16 of their last 18 games (+13.90 Units / 65% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the Game Total Over in 14 of their last 21 games (+6.25 Units / 27% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the 2H Game Total Over in 10 of their last 14 games (+5.45 Units / 35% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have scored first in 4 of their last 5 games (+3.05 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Cincinnati Bengals have hit the 2H Moneyline in 9 of their last 15 games (+2.55 Units / 12% ROI)
Steelers Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Steelers art 8-3 (+4.6 Units / 38.17% ROI).
- Steelers are 8-3 when betting on the Moneyline for +4.7 Units / 29.01% ROI
- Steelers are 6-5 when betting the Over for +0.5 Units / 4.13% ROI
- Steelers are 5-6 when betting the Under for -1.6 Units / ROI
Bengals Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Bengals are 6-5 (+0.7 Units / 5.88% ROI).
- Bengals are 4-7 when betting on the Moneyline for -8.65 Units / -37.2% ROI
- Bengals are 8-3 when betting the Over for +4.65 Units / 38.27% ROI
- Bengals are 3-8 when betting the Under for -5.8 Units / -48.13% ROI
Pittsburgh Steelers: Keys to the Game vs. the Cincinnati Bengals
The Steelers are 5-2 (.714) when passing for 250 or more yards since the 2023 season — T-6th-best in NFL. The Bengals have allowed 239.3 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 4th-worst in NFL.
The Steelers are 10-1 (.909) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .570.
The Steelers were undefeated (5-0) when making 7 or more explosive plays last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .625.
The Steelers are 4-1 (.800) at home this season — T-3rd-best in NFL; League Avg: .500.
Cincinnati Bengals: Keys to the Game vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers
The Bengals are winless (0-4) when committing 2 or more turnovers since the 2023 season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .293.
The Bengals were undefeated (5-0) when allowing less than 100 rushing yards last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .664.
The Bengals are undefeated (7-0) when allowing less than 100 rushing yards since the 2023 season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .685.
The Bengals were 7-2 (.778) when allowing less than 5 yards per rush last season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: .536.
Additional Matchup Notes for Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals have run successful plays on just 34.8% of rush attempts against a stacked front since the 2023 season — 4th-worst in NFL. The Steelers have allowed successful plays on just 36.9% of rush attempts with a stacked front since the 2023 season — 4th-best in NFL.
The Bengals are averaging just 3.5 yards per carry on rushes to the right side of the field this season — T-4th-worst in NFL. The Steelers have allowed just 2.6 yards per carry when defending on rushes to the right this season — best in NFL.
The Bengals are averaging just 1.1 yards per carry on 3rd and short this season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Steelers have allowed just 1.7 yards per carry when defending on 3rd and short this season — 2nd-best in NFL.
The Steelers have scored on 43.2% of their drives in the fourth quarter this season — T-5th-best in NFL. The Bengals defense has allowed scores on 47.2% of opponent drives in the 4th quarter this season — 5th-worst in NFL.
The Steelers have rushed the ball on 56.8% of plays from scrimmage in the red zone since the 2023 season — T-4th-highest in NFL. The Bengals have allowed 29 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone since the 2023 season — 4th-most in NFL.
The Steelers are 5-2 (.714) when passing for 250 or more yards since the 2023 season — T-6th-best in NFL. The Bengals have allowed 239.3 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 4th-worst in NFL.
Pittsburgh Steelers Offense: Important Stats
The Steelers have converted first downs on just 7 of 87 plays (8%) on 1st down since Week 9 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 19%.
The Steelers have run successful plays on 8% of plays against a light rush this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 40%.
The Steelers scored 6 TDs from their own territory last season — 2nd-most in NFL.
The Steelers ran successful plays on 40% of pass attempts against a base front last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
Cincinnati Bengals Offense: Important Stats
The Bengals averaged -0.85 epa per play against tight coverage last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.52.
The Bengals threw the ball 36% of the time (10 Pass Attempts/28 plays) in close and late situations last season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 55%.
The Bengals committed 5 turnovers in the red zone last season — T-2nd-most in NFL.
The Bengals have thrown the ball 36% of the time (10 Pass Attempts/28 plays) in close and late situations since the 2023 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 55%.
Pittsburgh Steelers Defense: Important Stats
The Steelers defense allowed a passer rating of just 51.0 in the red zone (71 Pass Attempts) last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 93.0.
The Steelers defense has allowed a passer rating of just 57.7 in the red zone (111 Pass Attempts) since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 93.6.
The Steelers defense has allowed scores on 9% of opponent drives in the 3rd quarter this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 32%.
The Steelers defense have allowed -0.16 epa per play in the 2nd half since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.04.
Cincinnati Bengals Defense: Important Stats
The Bengals defense has allowed successful plays on 55% of rush attempts in the 1st quarter since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 43%.
The Bengals defense allowed 8 TDs on first drive of the game last season — most in NFL.
The Bengals defense allowed a passer rating of just 24.8 when they pressured the QB (91 Pass Attempts) last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 53.5.
The Bengals defense allowed 8.1 yards from scrimmage per touch (6,621 yards / 819 touches) last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 7.2.
Looking to place a bet on this game with a First Bet Offer up to $1,500? Bet now on Bengals vs Steelers and all NFL games with BetMGM
More NFL Betting Predictions:
- Anytime & First Touchdown Scorer Predictions
- Receiving Yards Prop Predictions
- Rushing Yards Prop Predictions
- Passing Yards Prop Predictions
- Receptions Made Prop Predictions
- Rushing Attempts Prop Predictions
- Passing Touchdowns Prop Predictions
- QB Interception Prop Predictions
- Field Goals Made Prop Predictions
- NFL Betting Previews: Every Game
More NFL Odds at BetMGM
Take your football entertainment to the next level with NFL betting at the online sportsbook.
From futures like Chiefs Super Bowl odds, Lions odds to win the division, or Ravens playoff odds, to weekly odds like spreads, moneylines, and over/under totals, there’s something for everyone.
And with the best sportsbook promotions, you could land a welcome offer, sports betting Odds Boost, or a Parlay Boost! You can also check out NFL picks and predictions and updated Super Bowl predictions throughout the year.
Log in to your BetMGM account today — or sign up for a new account via the online sportsbook or BetMGM iOS app or BetMGM Android app — to start betting!
