Thursday Night Football
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns
Game Info
When: November 21, 2024, at 7:15 PM ET.
Where: Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio.
TV Info: Available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Spread Favorite: Steelers (-3.5)
Moneyline: Steelers (-194), Cleveland (+166)
Total: 36 points
Division Rivalry Showdown: Steelers vs. Browns
The upcoming clash between the Steelers and Browns carries added weight as both teams look to climb the division standings. With playoff hopes still within reach, this rivalry game could shape the trajectory of their seasons.
Steelers Surge: Fresh off a gritty win against the Ravens, the Steelers are riding a wave of confidence. Opening as 4.5-point favorites, the line has since settled at 3.5, reflecting strong faith in their recent form.
Browns Struggles: Meanwhile, the Browns are reeling from multiple defeats, including a disappointing showing against the Saints. Their recent woes have cast doubt on their competitiveness, as evident in their underdog status.
AFC North Standings
| AFC NORTH | Won | Lost | Tied | Home | Road |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steelers | 8 | 3 | 0 | 4-1-0 | 4-2-0 |
| Ravens | 7 | 4 | 0 | 4-1-0 | 3-3-0 |
| Bengals | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1-4-0 | 3-3-0 |
| Browns | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2-4-0 | 1-4-0 |
Bettors evaluating this matchup will notice the Steelers present a strong case. On a five-game winning streak, they’ve showcased defensive dominance, holding most opponents under 17 points this season. Their 5-0 record against the spread (ATS) during this stretch highlights their consistency for bettors.
The Browns, by contrast, have struggled. With seven losses in their last eight games and the league’s lowest ranking in net yards per play, their underperformance on both offense and defense makes them a challenging pick.
The spread initially opened at Steelers -5.5 but shifted to -3.5, signaling some doubt in Pittsburgh’s ability to cover. For those confident in the Steelers’ momentum and the Browns’ continued struggles, this line adjustment might present an opportunity to find value.
Team Performance Trends
- Steelers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of Pittsburgh’s last 5 games.
- Steelers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games.
- Steelers are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games against Cleveland.
- Steelers are 13-5-1 SU in their last 19 games against Cleveland.
- Steelers are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Cleveland
- Pittsburgh are 8-1 SU in their last 9 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference North division.
- The Browns are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games.
- The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Cleveland’s last 9 games.
- The Browns are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games.
- The Browns are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games at home
- The Browns are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cleveland’s last 5 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference. - The Browns are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games played on a Thursday.
Steelers @ Browns Game Winner
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