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NYG @ PIT - The test begins

Hello BTSC,

And so starts the 4 game stretch of death. Well, looking farther ahead in the schedule it is really a 9 game stretch with a mini break in week 12 against Cincy. Fortunately 3 of the next 4 are at home, and that is something Pitt will need to take advantage of.

NYG @ PIT


Our line: Pittsburgh by 11


On paper, New York's standard stats make them look like the favorite here. Jacobs and Ward have been excellent on the ground, and for the most part Manning has been consistent. Their run, pass, and scoring defense are all highly ranked. So what gives? Real Points (strength of schedule) throws New York's schedule in our face and points out that plenty of teams would have as good of numbers against the same teams. Most worrisome of New York's stats is that they have created only 5 turnovers on defense, 3 of which came last week against San Francisco, a team that has turned the ball over against everyone. The Steelers have the defense to shut down New York, putting a big emphasis on New York needing some short field situations in order to put points on the board. Look for Pittsburgh to lean on the run game early on in hopes to limit the pressure New York will be trying to put on Roethlisberger, and for Pittsburgh to return the favor and force Manning into a several uncomfortable spots that result in a few turnovers of their own, sealing a monster win at home.

ITN rankings:

- Pittsburgh #5 - There are quite a few questions for the Steelers going into their next game. Will Parker play? Can Moore be effective against a real defense? Can the injured line protect Roethlisberger? One thing we do know for sure, Heinz field will be rocking when the defending Super Bowl champs come to visit Sunday afternoon.

- NY Giants #8 - The trip through lollypop land has officially ended. Combined winning percentage of remaining opponents: .600. Next scheduled game against an opponent who is currently under .500: week 17. Oh, and yes, that week 17 game is on the road.

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