NFL Monday Night Football Preview & Predictions: Giants vs. Steelers (Week 8)
Monday Night Football in Week 8 matches the New York Giants and the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers are off to a strong start, aiming for a 6-2 record to solidify their position this season. Meanwhile, the Giants face a pivotal moment to avoid a 2-6 start and the prospect of another disappointing year. Let's dive deeper into this matchup.
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New York Giants at Pittsburgh Steelers Preview
(Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook)
Last week, the Steelers surprised some by naming Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback, despite Justin Fields leading them to a 4-2 start. The gamble paid off, as Wilson looked sharp against the Jets, completing 16 of 29 passes for 264 yards and two TDs. This marked their second straight game with over 30 points, as they secured a 37-15 win. Pittsburgh will look to keep their offensive momentum going against the Giants.
For New York, the offense may have hit rock bottom. In their last two losses, the Giants scored 10 points and averaged only 214 yards of offense. This week, they face Pittsburgh's top-10 DVOA defense, making it hard to imagine Daniel Jones finding much success, especially against the Steelers' formidable pass rush. However, the Giants have been notably better on the road.
Daniel Jones' road vs. home splits are eye-catching. At home, he has 0 TDs, 4 INTs, a 5.4 YPA, and a QB rating of 60.4. He's a different player on the road, with 6 TDs, 0 INTs, a 7.0 YPA, and an impressive 106.7 QB rating. He doesn’t perform the same at home, whether it's pressure or something else about the home crowd.
With mild weather expected in Pittsburgh, I expect the Steelers to keep their foot on the gas. The Giants' offense has performed better on the road over the past two years, and this total feels low, even for a primetime game. From a matchup perspective, this game leans towards the over.
Pick: Total O 36 (-110)