Here goes
The Redskins are a nice story, and look like a legitimate contender in the NFC East, but Washington could receive a bit of a shock to the system on Monday night. The Skins' last three games have come against the Rams, Browns, and Lions, three teams that aren't particularly physical and don't scare anyone on either side of the ball. The Steelers, with their power running attack and aggressive defense, are a different sort of challenge, and one that doesn't figure to bring out the best in Zorn's squad. Look for Pittsburgh to bounce back from last week's tough loss to the Giants, and to move to 6-2 at the season's midway point. Washington’s defense is ranked 6th overall allowing just 278.1 yards per game, and is especially strong versus the run (82.8 ypg – 5th). But the Skins will be without the services of their best pass rusher, Jason Taylor, and one of their corners, Shawn Springs, who are both nursing bad calf muscles. Sanatana Moss didnt practice on friday, and thats big blow for redskins. With Redskins missing key players, Steelers should win this game.
Im going for the Steelers -4.5 @ +195 (think thats right im new to USA odds)
Also doubling up with Over 37
The Redskins are a nice story, and look like a legitimate contender in the NFC East, but Washington could receive a bit of a shock to the system on Monday night. The Skins' last three games have come against the Rams, Browns, and Lions, three teams that aren't particularly physical and don't scare anyone on either side of the ball. The Steelers, with their power running attack and aggressive defense, are a different sort of challenge, and one that doesn't figure to bring out the best in Zorn's squad. Look for Pittsburgh to bounce back from last week's tough loss to the Giants, and to move to 6-2 at the season's midway point. Washington’s defense is ranked 6th overall allowing just 278.1 yards per game, and is especially strong versus the run (82.8 ypg – 5th). But the Skins will be without the services of their best pass rusher, Jason Taylor, and one of their corners, Shawn Springs, who are both nursing bad calf muscles. Sanatana Moss didnt practice on friday, and thats big blow for redskins. With Redskins missing key players, Steelers should win this game.
Im going for the Steelers -4.5 @ +195 (think thats right im new to USA odds)
Also doubling up with Over 37
But, I do not see Pittsburgh winning by 8pts, if they win at all.
