The Steelers are a 3-point favorite in this week's contest, which points towards a rushing game script.The predictive model expects the Pittsburgh Steelers as the least pass-heavy offense on the slate this week with a 46.6% pass rate, based on their underlying play style and matchup dynamics.The Pittsburgh O-line grades out as the 4th-worst in the league since the start of last season in pass protection, which has a negative impact on all passing attack metrics across the board.With a weak 14.0 adjusted receiving yards per game (21st percentile) since the start of last season, Van Jefferson stands as one of the bottom WRs in the league in the NFL.With a feeble 47.0% Adjusted Completion Rate (14th percentile) since the start of last season, Van Jefferson ranks as one of the worst possession receivers in football among wide receivers.
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