The New York Jets are a hot mess. Following a bad loss to the Vikings, owner Woody Johnson fired head coach Robert Saleh. But it is doubtful that the Jets will have consistent success with the NFL betting odds. Cause by Aaron Rodgers is not what Johnson thought he paid for. Rodgers skipped preseason mini-camps, and that has proven to be a problem in the locker room. Additionally, Rodgers is not as good as he was in his prime, with a better supporting cast in Green Bay. This week, the Jets face the Pittsburgh Steelers.
New York Jets vs. Pittsburgh Steelers NFL Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Sunday, October 20, 2024, 8:20 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA |
| TV Coverage: | NBC |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Jets | -2 -112 | 38 -115 | -135 |  |
| Steelers | +2 -108 | 38 -105 | +115 | |
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New York Jets Team Overview
Last week, the New York Jets parted ways with head coach Robert Saleh last. Subsequently, the Jets announced defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich would serve as the team’s interim head coach for the remainder of the season. After starting the online wagering season 2-1, the Jets dropped a 10-9 home contest to the Denver Broncos in Week 4. Next came a loss to the Minnesota Vikings, 23-17, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
“This was not an easy decision, but we are not where we should be given our expectations, and I believe now is the best time for us to move in a different direction,” Chairman Woody Johnson said in a statement.
Through the first five games, Ulbrich led a defensive unit that ranked No. 1 in yards/play (4.26) and was No. 2 in yards allowed/game (255.8). Despite losing edge Jermaine Johnson to an Achilles injury in Week 2, the Jets have racked up 18 sacks. That total was New York’s most after five games since 2008. Asi, Ulbrich led his unit to a No. 3 overall (292.3) finish in 2023 and a No. 4 finish in 2022.
“He is a tough coach who has the respect of the coaches and players on this team,” said Johnson of Ulbrich. “I believe he, along with the coaches on this staff, can get the most out of our talented team and attain the goals we established this offseason.”
Pittsburgh Steelers Team Overview
Last game, the Pittsburgh Steelers won 32-13 against the Las Vegas Raiders as 3.5-point road favorites. The game went over the total of 36.5. Pittsburgh has a record of 4-2 straight up, 4-2 against the spread, and 2-4 over/under the total. Pittsburgh ranks 25th for total offense, 28th for passing, 9th for rushing, and 20th for scoring. Defensively they rank 8th overall, 14th against the pass, 4th against the rush, and 2nd for points allowed. Also, Pittsburgh ranks 5th for fewest turnovers lost and 6th for takeaways.
Najee Harris rushed for 106 yards and a touchdown. At the same time, Chris Boswell kicked four field goals. In turn, the Steelers snapped their two-game losing streak with a 32-13 victory here Sunday at Allegiant Stadium over the Raiders.
Harris, who had been bottled up during the Steelers’ losses to the Colts and Cowboys, went over 100 yards in his first 12 carries. Additionally, he broke off several long runs. Most important of all was his 36-yard touchdown run in the third quarter. That TD was his first score of the season.
Also, Justin Fields had a big day on the ground. Fields rushed for two touchdowns as the Steelers had 183 yards on the ground. Fields also completed 14 of 24 passes for 145 yards.
Jets at Steelers SBG Free Picks
On this occasion, the Steelers will be difficult to beat at home with a more established coach. New York is not a consistent Pro Football Bets property.
Jets at Steelers SBG Best Bet: Pittsburgh Steelers.