Bold predictions for Steelers vs Broncos, Week 2
The Pittsburgh Steelers will travel to Denver this Sunday to take on the Broncos, hopeful they can improve to 2-0 on the season. Speculation has swirled throughout the week regarding starters and key matchups to watch, but now that game day is around the corner, here are some bold predictions for the Steelers' Week 2 matchup against the Denver Broncos.
Javonte Williams and Jaleel Mclaughlin find little success on the ground
Jaleel McLaughlin and Javonte Williams struggled to get the ground game going last week in Seattle, and will find it more difficult against an even stronger Pittsburgh front.
Bo Nix throws his first NFL touchdown pass
While Nix is sure to struggle against a formidable Steelers defense, he will achieve his first career passing TD on Sunday.
T.J. Watt gets his strip-sack (No flags)
After getting two taken away by flags in Atlanta, T.J. gets his strip sack on the rookie quarterback.
George Pickens obliterates the Pat Surtain II matchup with over 100 receiving yards
Pat Surtain II and George Pickens will be a dogfight on Sunday, and Pickens has developed enough experience to come out of this to not only on top, but also thrive in receiving yards.
Justin Fields has another uninspiring but safe performance
Similar to last week's game, expect Justin Fields to play a little too safe, relying on the defense to win the game than his own abilities.
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