Steelers vs Browns Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 12

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Cleveland Browns' Denzel Ward (21) plays during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Landover, Md. Browns top cornerback Denzel Ward cleared concussion protocol and will start in Sunday's season opener against Cincinnati, giving Cleveland's secondary its best player as it tries to stop Joe Burrow and his trio of receivers.
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Nov 20, 2024, 11:46 AM
  • The Steelers are -3.5 point favorites vs the Browns
  • Total (Over/Under): 36.5 points
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The Pittsburgh Steelers (8-2-0) visit Huntington Bank Field to take on the Cleveland Browns (2-8-0) on Nov. 21. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15pm EST in Cleveland, OH.

The Steelers are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-110).

The Steelers vs. Browns Over/Under is 36.5 total points for the game.

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Steelers vs. Browns Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Steelers-3.5 -11036.5 -110-200
Browns +3.5 -11036.5 -110+165

Steelers vs. Browns Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Steelers will win this game with 64.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Steelers vs Browns Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Steelers will cover the spread with 61.0% 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.


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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 18 games (+9.25 Units / 43% ROI)
  • Justin Fields has hit the Interceptions Under in 9 of his last 12 games (+5.40 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Najee Harris has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 12 of his last 18 games (+5.15 Units / 25% ROI)
  • Najee Harris has hit the Carries Over in 12 of his last 18 games (+4.75 Units / 22% ROI)
  • Pat Freiermuth has hit the Receptions Over in 7 of his last 10 away games (+4.45 Units / 40% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Browns players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Browns Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Jerome Ford has hit the Carries Under in 12 of his last 14 games (+9.80 Units / 59% ROI)
  • Deshaun Watson has hit the Passing Yards Under in his last 7 games (+7.00 Units / 85% ROI)
  • David Njoku has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 10 of his last 14 games (+5.35 Units / 33% ROI)
  • David Njoku has hit the Longest Reception Over in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 85% ROI)
  • Jerry Jeudy has hit the Receptions Under in 11 of his last 17 games (+4.80 Units / 22% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Browns vs Steelers

Player Name 1st TD Odds
Najee Harris (Pit) +400
Nick Chubb (Cle) +600
George Pickens (Pit) +750

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Browns vs Steelers

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
Najee Harris (Pit) +105

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Browns vs Steelers

Player Name Over Under
George Pickens (PIT) 55.5 -135 55.5 +100
David Njoku (CLE) 46.5 -115 46.5 -115
Najee Harris (PIT) 8.5 -110 8.5 -120
Jaylen Warren (PIT) 12.5 -120 12.5 -110
Jerome Ford (CLE) 11.5 -115 11.5 -115

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Browns vs Steelers

Player Name Over Under
Jaylen Warren (PIT) 37.5 -115 37.5 -115
Najee Harris (PIT) 66.5 -115 66.5 -115
Nick Chubb (CLE) 51.5 -115 51.5 -115
Russell Wilson (PIT) 12.5 -110 12.5 -120
Jerome Ford (CLE) 14.5 -120 14.5 -115
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have covered the 2H Spread in 12 of their last 15 games (+8.60 Units / 49% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have covered the 4Q Spread in 13 of their last 18 games (+7.35 Units / 35% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 11 of their last 18 games (+6.45 Units / 28% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 11 of their last 18 games (+6.35 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers have covered the 3Q Spread in 12 of their last 18 games (+5.30 Units / 24% ROI)
  • The Cleveland Browns have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 14 of their last 21 games (+6.20 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Cleveland Browns have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 5 of their last 8 games at home (+4.75 Units / 45% ROI)
  • The Cleveland Browns have hit the Game Total Over in 13 of their last 21 games (+4.20 Units / 18% ROI)
  • The Cleveland Browns have covered the 4Q Spread in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+3.85 Units / 42% ROI)
  • The Cleveland Browns have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 11 of their last 18 games (+3.30 Units / 16% ROI)

Steelers Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Steelers art 8-2 (+5.7 Units / 52.05% ROI).

  • Steelers are 8-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +6.75 Units / 47.7% ROI
  • Steelers are 5-5 when betting the Over for -0.5 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Steelers are 5-5 when betting the Under for -0.5 Units / ROI

Browns Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Browns are 3-7 (-4.75 Units / -42.6% ROI).

  • Browns are 2-8 when betting on the Moneyline for -6.65 Units / -51.95% ROI
  • Browns are 4-6 when betting the Over for -2.6 Units / -23.64% ROI
  • Browns are 6-4 when betting the Under for +1.6 Units / 14.55% ROI

Pittsburgh Steelers: Keys to the Game vs. the Cleveland Browns

The Steelers are 17-5 (.773) when forcing 1 or more turnovers since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Browns have turned the ball over 51 times since the 2023 season — most in NFL.

The Steelers are undefeated (3-0) when having a turnover margin within one of the opposing team this season — best in NFL; League Avg: .500.

The Steelers are 9-1 (.900) when making 7 or more explosive plays since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .626.

The Steelers are winless (0-3) when throwing 2 or more interceptions since the 2023 season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .190.

Cleveland Browns: Keys to the Game vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers

The Browns were 3-1 (.750) when not forcing a turnover last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .265.

The Browns are 1-6 (.143) when committing 1 or more turnovers this season — T-2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .430.

The Browns are 1-4 (.200) at home this season — T-3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .516.

The Browns are 2-6 (.250) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties this season — T-5th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .496.

Additional Matchup Notes for Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns

The Browns have run successful plays on just 36.7% of rush attempts with motion since the 2023 season — 4th-worst in NFL. The Steelers have allowed successful plays on just 35.9% of rush attempts against motion since the 2023 season — best in NFL.

The Browns have averaged just -0.25 epa per play with motion since the 2023 season — worst in NFL. The Steelers have allowed just -0.06 epa per play against motion since the 2023 season — T-3rd-best in NFL.

The Browns have scored on 25% of their drives this season — worst in NFL. The Steelers defense has allowed scores on 29.1% of opponent drives this season — 3rd-best in NFL.

The Steelers have run successful plays on just 36.4% of rush attempts on play action passes since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Browns have allowed successful plays on just 25.0% of rush attempts on play action passes since the 2023 season — best in NFL.

The Steelers have run successful plays on just 44.7% of pass attempts on play action passes since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL. The Browns have allowed successful plays on just 46.6% of pass attempts on play action passes since the 2023 season — 5th-best in NFL.

The Steelers have run successful plays on just 36.2% of rush attempts against a base front this season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The Browns have allowed successful plays on just 38.0% of rush attempts with a base front this season — 5th-best in NFL.

Pittsburgh Steelers Offense: Important Stats

The Steelers started 21 drives inside their own 10 yard line last season — T-2nd-most in NFL.

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 were flagged 37 times on offense last season — fewest in NFL.

The Steelers have run successful plays on 0% of pass attempts on passes when their QB has been pressured since Week 8 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 32%.

Cleveland Browns Offense: Important Stats

The Browns have averaged -0.36 epa per play on motion plays this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.00.

The Browns have a third down conversion rate of 14% on motion plays this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 41%.

The Browns have run successful plays on 35% of pass attempts on motion plays since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.

The Browns have averaged 0.07 epa per play against open coverage this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.40.

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 56.8 in the red zone (109 Pass Attempts) since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 93.4.

The Steelers defense forced 8 turnovers in the red zone last season — most in NFL.

The Steelers defense has forced 13 turnovers in the red zone since the 2023 season — most in NFL.

Cleveland Browns Defense: Important Stats

The Browns defense allowed -0.11 epa per play first read passes last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 0.20.

The Browns defense allowed successful plays on 38% of pass attempts first read passes last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 52%.

The Browns defense has allowed successful plays on 38% of pass attempts with a base rush since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 46%.

The Browns defense allowed successful plays on 18% of rush attempts with a light front last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 47%.

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