When the Pittsburgh Steelers play the New York Jets on Sunday night football at Acrisure Stadium in Week 7, they are anticipated to start Russell Wilson as quarterback.
Examine the best betting odds available from Pennsylvania’s leading sportsbooks.
Pittsburgh, which is 4-2 and tied for first place in the NFC North with the Baltimore Ravens, has used Justin Fields as their signal caller in each of their first six games. In terms of rushing yards per game (131.5), the Steelers rank ninth in the NFL; yet, they rank 28th in passing yards per game (166.8) and 26th in total yards per game (298.3).
Wilson battled as a member of the Denver Broncos last season and won the starting quarterback position before being injured by a calf injury, so it’s difficult to predict what he will provide. In addition, the Jets are a wild card because, while having a strong defense, they are only 2-4 since firing coach Robert Saleh and signing Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams.
Prop bets, on the other hand, are wagers that are not dependent on the outcome and are ideal for unpredictable games. We have a couple prop bets we like for Sunday night if you are setting up a same-game parlay or would prefer to wager on props rather than the moneyline, spread, or total.
1. Najee Harris Over 54.5 Rushing Yards
Where to locate them and the best odds:At DraftKings Sportsbook, -115
Why: With a 102-yard, one-touchdown performance in the Steelers’ blowout of the Raiders on Sunday, Harris is 4-2 against this total and is averaging roughly 63 rushing yards per game across Pittsburgh’s first six games.
With Wilson at quarterback, we’ll see if Harris receives the same number of touches because Pittsburgh might run fewer without Fields’ dual-threat calling signals. Harris has benefited from Wilson’s RPO-style strategy, even if the seasoned quarterback is more likely to pass the ball than Fields, who would prefer to tuck it and run.
With an average of 16 carries per game, Harris shouldn’t lose a lot of carries. This prop is available at 55.5 with much lower odds at other rival sportsbooks. The Jets’ 17th-ranked run defense, which gives up 124.2 yards per game, is also to blame for that.
We will therefore support Harris in going over his prop, and he might wind up back in the 90–100 yard range.
2. Breece Hall Over 24.5 Receiving Yards
Where to find the best odds at DraftKings Sportsbook: -115
Why: Prior to Tood Downing taking over the play-calling duties on Monday night, Hall had three games with a high volume of receivers, making them 4-2 against this number. Given that Hall recorded 169 all-purpose yards, including 56 via the air against the Bills, Downing is more likely to include Hall in the New York offense.
The Steelers defense, which ranks 13th in passing yards-against per game (208.7), is among the best in league, but it has been a little inconsistent against the pass.
If quarterback Aaron Rodgers can target Hall with a few screens or swings early in the game, he might reach this prop very early on. Hall is receiving roughly four receptions per game and averaging eight yards per reception.
3. Chris Boswell Over 1.5 Field Goals
Where to locate them and the best odds: -115 at the Sportsbook BetMGM
Why: Boswell has outperformed this prop in four of the Steelers’ six games thus far, and he has made ten field goals in six games.
Fortunately, the Jets defense has only allowed two field goals in one of their last three games, forcing two field-goal attempts in each of those games. Field goals could be plentiful in this game, especially for the Steelers, given Wilson’s probable lack of rhythm with his offensive players and Harris’ potential for a strong running game.
Boswell will be our pick to kick two field goals through the goal posts as a result.
4. Davante Adams Anytime Touchdown
Where to find the best odds at DraftKings Sportsbook: +155
Why: Despite just playing three games due to a hamstring injury, Adams and Rodgers have worked wonders together with the Green Bay Packers in the past.
In eight seasons, Rodgers and Adams combined for 73 touchdowns, including 29 during Adams’ final two seasons before to his trade to the Raiders.
Seven out of six games have seen the Steelers give up more than one throwing touchdown. Rodgers will probably target the 6-1 receiver close to the goal line, even if Allen Lazard (+310) and Garrett Wilson (+160) are also good choices.
5. Aaron Rodgers Over 226.5 Passing Yards
Where to locate them and the best odds: At Caesars Sportsbook, -117
Why: Although we discussed Pittsburgh’s inability to defend the pass, Rodgers seems to be finally adjusting to the New York attack and will have one of his best weapons back on Sunday night. Including his 294-yard passing performance against the Bills on Monday night, Rodgers has exceeded this total in four consecutive games.
Additionally, if the Jets fall behind, Rodgers might have to run the game script more frequently than Downing would like since it could get behind them.
If the Jets offensive line can hold up against T.J. Watt and the formidable Pittsburgh pass rush, Rodgers should be able to reach 240 yards with plenty of receivers to spread the ball to.