Buffalo Bills vs. Pittsburgh Steelers 8/17/24 – The NFL preseason is a series of matches, which are full of interest and passion for fans who like to bet. On Saturday, the football match will be held at the Acrisure Stadium in Buffalo Bills versus Pittsburgh Steelers. The first games they played in this season went sideways therefore making it a game that will give us a lot to talk about. Fans and bettors alike will be focused on this game because it’s one of the early NFL betting predictions today scheduled.
Buffalo Bills vs. Pittsburgh Steelers 8/17/24
| When: | Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Acrisure Stadium |
| TV: | NFLN |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Bills | +1.5 (-105) | 33.5 over (-110) | +110 |  |
| Steelers | -1.5 (-115) | 33.5 under (-110) | -130 | |
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— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) August 14, 2024
The current betting odds place the Steelers as slight favorites at home, which isn’t unusual in NFL preseason dynamics, where home advantage can often play a pivotal role. The Bills, despite being underdogs, show promising value in moneyline bets, given their past resilience in similar setups. The total for the game is set at 33.5, reflecting the expected defensive nature of preseason games where offenses are still finding their rhythm.
Mitchell Trubisky QB vs. Kyle Allen QB
Mitchell Trubisky’s performance in the preseason opener was not particularly great as he only had a 55.6% completion rate and passed for only 82 yards. It was noticeable that Trubisky played the game without making any turnovers, which was a positive aspect from his side, but he did not contribute much to the total offensive points. His cautious approach could play an important role in this defensive dominated game.
On the other hand, Kyle Allen had a better showing with 193 yards thrown, 73.9 percent completion and one touchdown on his records. What characterized Allen’s play were higher efficiency along with deep throws hitting including longest passes of 38 yards.
Therefore, when these two quarterbacks meet all eyes will be on Allen who must reproduce what he did against Bills defense last time out that appeared porous. Trubisky has to draw from past experiences and probably take more chances to keep his team ahead. This is going to be a contest between Trubisky’s control and Allen’s aggressive passing.
Rushing and Receiving Core: A Closer Look at Buffalo
The Bills’ offensive strategy in the preseason seems to focus on conservative play. Frank Gore Jr., with 21 rushing yards from 7 attempts, shows a reliance on the running game to balance their offense. Khalil Shakir, although only racking up 28 receiving yards, will be crucial in diversifying the Bills’ offensive plays. The team will need to enhance their playmaking to break through the Steelers’ defense, which has been robust against rushing plays.
Rushing and Receiving Core: A Closer Look at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s offense appears more dynamic, with Daijun Edwards showcasing impressive bursts, averaging 9.3 yards per carry. Calvin Austin III adds depth to the receiving corps, having managed 49 yards on just two catches. This indicates a potentially explosive play capability that the Steelers might exploit, especially against a Bills team that has struggled against similar offenses in the past.
Trends
Buffalo Bills Betting Trends
Buffalo are 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Buffalo’s last 6 games.
Buffalo are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games.
Bills are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against Pittsburgh.
Buffalo are 6-12 SU in their last 18 games against Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh’s last 7 games.
Total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh’s last 6 games against Buffalo.
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of Pittsburgh’s last 20 games at home.
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Pittsburgh’s last 9 games when playing at home against Buffalo
Buffalo Bills vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Prediction
This game promises to be a low-scoring affair, largely due to data and trends. That’s why the defense is going to play a vital role in it and the offense will have to be very careful. Consequently, with slightly more dynamic offensive options and home field advantage, the Pittsburgh Steelers are better placed for a narrow win.
Hence, if their offense can get off to a fast start, the Bills offer an intriguing value play on the moneyline. In addition, bettors who like prop bets or prefer betting on top online casinos could consider player-specific bets such as Daijun Edwards total yards or Kyle Allen passing touchdowns.
Score Prediction: Steelers 17, Bills 14.
