Preview for Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals
Week 7 of the NFL season opens with a heated AFC North battle because the Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers at Paycor Stadium.
The 2 rivals are heading in reverse instructions. The Steelers (4-1) are flying excessive atop the division after a 23-9 win over the Cleveland Browns final week, whereas the Bengals (1-5) are nonetheless looking for stability following a brutal run of accidents.
Cincinnati’s marketing campaign took a pointy downturn after Joe Burrow’s season-ending damage in Week 2. In his place, veteran quarterback Joe Flacco has stepped in, making his Bengals debut in Week 6 towards the Inexperienced Bay Packers.
Regardless of the 27-18 loss, Flacco confirmed composure, throwing for 219 yards and two touchdowns. Star receiver Ja’Marr Chase continued his spectacular type, recording 10 catches for 94 yards and a rating, however Cincinnati’s dashing assault struggled as soon as once more, producing solely 55 yards on the bottom.
Accidents stay a priority for the Bengals. Trey Hendrickson’s standing is unsure after exiting final week’s recreation, whereas Dylan Fairchild, Lucas Patrick, and Matt Lee are all questionable for Thursday evening.
On the opposite facet, Pittsburgh look more and more like a respectable play-off menace beneath Mike Tomlin. Aaron Rodgers delivered 235 yards and two touchdowns towards Cleveland, whereas the Steelers’ protection wreaked havoc, registering six sacks and 16 QB hits.
Nevertheless, there are a number of damage worries for the guests. Miles Killebrew suffered a critical knee damage final week, and Calvin Austin III stays sidelined with a shoulder downside.
Nonetheless, with TJ Watt and Joey Porter Jr seemingly returning, the Steelers ought to enter the brief week in sturdy form.
