The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns are set to renew their AFC North rivalry in Week Eight, with the Browns favored by 3.5 points at home and the over/under at 42.5 points.

The Browns (4-3) enter after a crucial 17-14 win over the Broncos, keeping them within one game of the AFC North lead despite recent injury challenges. Meanwhile, the Steelers (3-3) return from their bye week looking to build on consecutive wins over Denver and Seattle.

Team Analysis:

Pittsburgh Steelers:

• Offense struggling with aging Ben Roethlisberger
• Running game averaging only 3.7 yards per carry
• Defense allowing 22 points per game
• Strong pass rush and secondary
• Recent offensive improvement with 50 points in last two wins

Cleveland Browns:

• Multiple key players questionable (Baker Mayfield, Nick Chubb, Jarvis Landry, Odell Beckham)
• Offensive line dealing with injuries
• Defense showing improvement after allowing 84 points in two previous losses
• Myles Garrett leading defensive effort
• Strong rushing attack when healthy

Key Factors:

• Cleveland's injury situation could significantly impact the game
• Both teams feature strong defenses
• Expect a low-scoring defensive battle
• Browns' rushing attack could be decisive if key players return
• Steelers seeking third straight win

The game projects to be a defensive struggle, with the outcome likely hinging on Cleveland's injury situation and their ability to establish their running game against Pittsburgh's defense.

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