The Steelers are a 6-point favorite this week, likely leading to a running game script.Our trusted projections expect the Steelers to be the 2nd-least pass-focused team on the slate this week with a 50.4% pass rate, based on their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics.At the moment, the 4th-least pass-centric offense in football in the red zone (51.2% adjusted for context) according to the projection model is the Steelers.Windy weather conditions (like the 12-mph being projected in this game) usually cause lessened passing efficiency, reduced air volume, and increased rush volume.In this game, Russell Wilson is forecasted by the projections to have the 4th-fewest pass attempts out of all quarterbacks with 31.9.
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