Patriots vs. Steelers NFL Free Pick
(The Spread) – Can Pittsburgh’s defense slow New England’s spread attack when the two teams meet at 4:15PM ET today?
NFL Odds: Oddsmakers have installed the visiting Patriots as 2.5-point favorites over the Steelers, while the over/under total for this game is currently sitting at 52.5 points. The Patriots are 2-1 on the road this season while the Steelers are 3-0 at home.
Line Movement: The Steelers opened as 1.5-point home underdogs at the Las Vegas Hilton but the line rose within the first couple of days. After reaching as high as 3, the spread is down to 2.5 at the Hilton and at most offshore books. The over/under total is now up to 52.5 after opening at 51.5.
Public Betting: Of the 21,000-plus wagers on today’s game, 74% of NFL public bettors currently favor the Patriots –2.5. This information is subject to change leading up to kickoff, however, so make sure you click on the link provided for the most up-to-date NFL public betting numbers.
NFL Week 8 Free Pick: Take New England. The Steelers have had loads of issues with the Patriots over the years. According to latest NFL trends, the Pats are 6-1 against the spread in their last seven road games against the Steelers and 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall. Pittsburgh has always had issues with teams that can spread its defense out, which includes New England and Green Bay (see last year’s Super Bowl). With Tom Brady and Co. fresh off their bye, this is a prime opportunity to take New England in a pivotal road game. As long as the Pats’ defense can avoid the big play, they should win by at least a field goal.
2011 NFL WEEK 8 FREE PICK: NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS –2.5
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