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Steelers Gear Up to Face Broncos in Week 2 NFL Showdown with Justin Fields at the Helm

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be traveling to face the Denver Broncos in Week 2 of the NFL season on Sunday, Sept. 15. After a narrow win in their first game, the Steelers are preparing Justin Fields to start as Russell Wilson remains sidelined. The Broncos, who are currently 0-1, will be looking to secure their first win of the season after their rookie quarterback, Bo Nix, was unable to secure a victory in their last game. Kick-off is set for 4:25 P.M. EST, with Pittsburgh opening as the favorite at -3, but the current line is Pittsburgh -2.5. It will be an interesting matchup between these two AFC teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Steelers -140 | Broncos +120
• Spread: Steelers -2.5 (-110) | Broncos +2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 36.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 58%.

Pittsburgh vs Denver Stats

Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers started the season 1-0 with an 18-10 win over the Falcons in an unimpressive game that saw only one touchdown scored. The lone touchdown came from Atlanta, while the Steelers relied on kicker Chris Boswell for all their points. Quarterback Justin Fields filled in for the injured Russell Wilson, throwing for 156 yards with no interceptions or touchdowns. Running back Najee Harris led the team in rushing. Wilson's return is uncertain, with progress being made but likely not in time for the next game. Despite Wilson's injury, the Steelers defense dominated the Falcons, forcing turnovers and limiting their offensive yardage. The team is preparing for Fields to start again in the next game. The Steelers covered the spread in the last game and are ranked 14th in the power rankings.

Denver Broncos Analysis

The Denver Broncos are off to a 0-1 start this season, losing their Week 1 game to the Seattle Seahawks. They struggled to find the end zone and ultimately fell 26-20, with rookie quarterback Bo Nix throwing for 138 yards, zero touchdowns, and two interceptions in his NFL debut. The rushing attack was also poor, with Nix leading the team with 35 yards. Wide receivers Josh Reynoldson and Devaughn Vele are both dealing with injuries. The defense will be preparing for either Justin Fields or Russell Wilson in their upcoming game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite the loss, Denver was able to cover the spread against Seattle. They have a power ranking of 17 and rank # for offense and defense. In their last three matchups, Pittsburgh has gone 1-2 against Denver.

Steelers poised to take on Broncos in Week 2 showdown, rookie Bo Nix faces tough challenge

The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to compete against the Denver Broncos in Week 2 on Sunday. This game marks rookie Bo Nix's first home game, however, it is anticipated to pose a challenge for him. Nix was only able to secure one touchdown last week against Seattle, and will now face a formidable defensive front led by T.J. Watt. The Steelers' defense demonstrated their strength by dominating the Falcons in last week's victory, providing further confidence in their ability to perform well against a rookie quarterback and an underwhelming running back committee. The Steelers' offense is expected to be spearheaded by Justin Fields, who showcased his leadership skills in the previous game. The team will rely on Najee Harris to make significant contributions in Week 2. It is predicted that Nix will struggle in this matchup, while Fields' experience will give the Steelers an edge on the road. We recommend betting on the Steelers covering the spread.

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