The Cleveland Browns will play against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tuesday, 19 September 2023 at Acrisure Stadium. The Cleveland Browns have won 1 game and lost 0 games so far in the season. The Pittsburgh Steelers have won 0 games and lost 1 game so far in the season. The Cleveland Browns are a two-point favorite and the over/under for total points scored is 38 in the latest Browns vs Steelers odds.
Key players to watch in this game
Cleveland Browns:
- Elijah Moore: The Browns and Steelers each have questions at wide receiver heading into this one. If Amari Cooper, who reaggravated a groin injury, is ruled out for Monday’s game, Elijah Moore will become the top wide receiver for the Browns against the Steelers.
- Za’Darius Smith: The Browns have a new complement to Myles Garrett in veteran edge rusher Za’Darius Smith. Smith has played in the NFL for nearly a decade, and the way the Browns use him unlocks his potential.
Pittsburgh Steelers:
- Calvin Austin III: On the other side of the coin, Calvin Austin III has a chance to take a massive leap in the eyes of the Steelers. He will take over Diontae Johnson’s role and play outside more than in the slot.
- Najee Harris: Pittsburgh never really had a chance to get Harris going last week against the 49ers after falling into an early 20-0 deficit. Harris is averaging 103.7 yards rushing in four games against the Browns.
These players could have a significant impact on the outcome of the game.
Injuries Status
Cleveland Browns:
- Amari Cooper: Injured his groin in practice and is officially listed as questionable.
- Juan Thornhill: Practiced for a second consecutive day and has been officially listed as questionable.
- Siaki Ika: Did not practice the entire week and is also listed as questionable.
- Jack Conklin: Expected to make his season debut against Pittsburgh.
- Myles Garrett (neck) and Joel Bitonio (biceps): Both expected to play after they were listed on the injury report.
Pittsburgh Steelers:
- Cam Heyward: On IR last week with a torn groin.
- Diontae Johnson: Out with a hamstring injury.
- Chuckwuma Okarafor: Cleared from the concussion protocol and was a full-participant in Saturday’s practice.
- Larry Ogunjobi: Full participant and should be good to go.
- George Pickens: Showed up on the final injury report as limited in practice with a hamstring.
These injuries could have a significant impact on the game. Let’s hope for a great match!
History of Cleveland Browns vs Pittsburgh Steelers rivalry
The Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers rivalry is one of the oldest and most storied in the American Football Conference. The rivalry was primarily fueled by the close proximity between the two cities, as Cleveland and Pittsburgh are roughly 135 miles apart. Many fans make the two-hour drive by car to away games.
The two teams have been part of the same division or conference since the Browns joined the NFL in 1950; they played in the NFL’s Eastern Conference from 1950 to 1969 (known as the American Conference from 1950 to 1952), the AFC Central from 1970 to 2001, and the AFC North beginning in 2002. As such, they usually play twice every regular season.
The Browns / Steelers rivalry has been played 143 times (including 3 postseason games), with the Cleveland Browns winning 62 games and the Pittsburgh Steelers winning 80 games. They have also tied 1 time. The teams have met three times in the playoffs, with the Steelers holding a 2–1 advantage.
The rivalry is sometimes called the Turnpike Rivalry or Turnpike War because the majority of the driving route between the two cities are via the Ohio and Pennsylvania Turnpikes.
Predictions & Final Words
Based on the current data and analysis, the Cleveland Browns are favored to win the upcoming game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Browns have had a strong start to the season with a win in their first game, while the Steelers are coming off a heavy defeat. The Browns also have a slight edge in terms of player fitness, with fewer key players listed as questionable due to injuries.
However, it’s important to remember that in sports, predictions are not guarantees. The actual outcome could be influenced by many factors not captured in the current data and analysis, such as day-of-game conditions, player performance, and unforeseen events.
Let’s look forward to an exciting game! 🏈
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