New York Giants (2-5) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2)
As the 2-5 New York Giants make their way to Pittsburgh to face the 5-2 Steelers, this NFL Week 8 game has the makings of a hit. The game takes place on the 28th of October, 2024, at the Acrisure Stadium in the evening, making it a delightful night of football for the viewers. Fans can watch NBA action live on ESPN, ABC, or ESPN+ at 8 PM ET, and those who want to angle for the highest ground can always take a look at some of our Monday Night Football Predictions.
The Giants’ offensive approaches this season have yielded different results in the two key aspects, which include the runners and the receivers. The running back starting position has been taken by Devin Singletary, who has managed to hit the 239 mark on running yards over five games with an average of 3.9 yards per carry. If his figures may not appear significant, Singletary’s scoring contribution with nose drive runs over twenty yards have been important flamers for the Giants. On the further end of the spectrum, Collins, Nabers has become a big threat in receiving, with 39 receptions worth 427 yards in total. It is questionable how effective Turner will be against Pittsburgh, considering Nabers’ 10.9 yards per catch average, which demonstrates his great play ability.
However, the same cannot be said for the Steelers, who have established a more effective offensive scheme with an emphasis on distribution. The rushing department is led by Najee Harris, who has 478 rushing yards in seven games while being consistently agile with a 4.1 yards per carry average. He is a true asset to the team, but he hasn’t fumbled the ball once, greatly adding to the Steelers’ security on the ground. Meanwhile, on the passing side, George Pickens looked consistently solid, with 474 yards on 31 catches. Similarly, Pickens averaged 15.3 yards per reception, showing that he brings an element of stretching the Giants’ secondary to make great plays downfield.
New York Giants vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Game Info
| When: | Monday, October 28, 2024, at 8:15 PM ET |
| Where: | Acrisure Stadium |
| TV: | ESPN/ABC |
| Stream: | ESPN+ |
Daniel Jones QB vs. Justin Fields QB
This season has been disappointing for New York Giants’ quarterback Daniel Jones, as he exhibits a passer rating of just 80.6 over seven games. He threw the ball for 1442 yards, but only managed to score 6 touchdowns while throwing 4 interceptions, which is average, to say the least, as he needs to improve his decision-making when under pressure. He will face off against the aggressive Steelers defense that will test his ability to avoid being sacked.
In contrast, the Steelers’ Justin fields has a higher passer rating of 93. 9, Jones scores lower mainly due to his decision making. Fields has a lower sack count and a higher completion rate, and since it is a game which may be dependent on the quarterback, these statistics could be vital.
NFL Odds/Point Spread: Pittsburgh Steelers -280, Total Odds: 36.5
The Steelers come in as the favorites with a -6 point spread, which shows that the season has been impressive for them and also their home advantage. The total set at 36.5 with a bias of an UNDER suggests that this will be a game dominated by defense. Looking at the trends and the current form, the Steelers seem to be in a better position, especially now that they have been giving spread bets in their recent matchups.
New York Giants Betting Trends
The recent trend of the Giants suggests they are not in good shape, with the total going UNDER in 7 of their last 8 matches. However, their 3-8 SU in the last 11 games understands their tough situation better. They seem to have a good head-to-head record while playing away against the Steelers, but overall, they have managed only 3 wins and 7 losses in the last 10 games.
Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Trends
Pittsburgh, meanwhile, shows more consistency with an 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games. Their ability to perform under pressure is evidenced by an 8-3 SU record in the same span. However, their home record against the Giants stands out as a point of caution, with a 2-5 SU in their last 7 matchups.
New York Giants vs. Pittsburgh Steelers 10/28/2024 Betting Picks
Considering the trends and the performances of the teams, it is likely that the Steelers will continue extending their winning streak, taking advantage of their home ground and much more evenly spreading offensive threats. As for the Giants, they will have to raise their performance level considerably, especially when it comes to protecting their quarterback and being effective in the receiving group. The under seems like a good option, considering both teams have this season preferred low scoring matches.
As for the bets, prop bets like rushing yards of Najee Harris, or receiving yards of Malik Nabers may be of good value. Top sportsbooks recommend the Steelers to cover the spread, and the points total to be under, supporting the seasonal patterns of both teams.
