Steelers vs. Patriots predictions: Experts make their picks for Week 3 game

Steelers vs. Patriots predictions: Experts make their picks for Week 3 game originally appeared on The Sporting News

The Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots will square off on Sunday at Acrisure Stadium in a game that features two 1-1 teams.

The Steelers got off to a strong start to the season with a 34-32 win over the New York Jets, but their momentum was halted following an ugly 31-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 2.

The Patriots got to 1-1 the opposite way. They lost their season-opener to the Las Vegas Raiders but notched a 33-27 victory over the Miami Dolphins in Week 2.

This is the 36th meeting between these two franchises, including playoffs. The Pats own the all-time advantage with a 19-16 record against the Steelers.

Let’s find out who the majority of experts are picking to win this game.

NFL picks, predictions for Steelers vs. Patriots

Vinnie Iyer, The Sporting News: Steelers 27, Patriots 24

Iyer: “With these teams coached by Mike Tomlin and Mike Vrabel, it’s difficult to believe these once-great defenses are two of the league’s worst so far. The New England Patriots have been the worst against the pass vs. limited offenses. The Pittsburgh Steelers are No. 28 against the run, which is keeping their expensive pass rush and coverage ineffective. Here’s trusting Aaron Rodgers a little more than Drake Maye in a toss-up.”

Bill Bender, The Sporting News: Steelers 27, Patriots 20

Bender: “The Steelers have been all over the place through two weeks, but an inability to run the ball hasn’t helped. Aaron Rodgers should have success against a New England defense that has allowed a league-high 315 passing yards per game. On the other side, Pittsburgh’s run defense has not been good. Which teams will patch that up enough in a toss-up game?”

Pete Prisco, CBS Sports: Steelers 31, Patriots 28

Prisco: “The Steeles haven’t looked great on defense so far, which is concerning. Aaron Rodgers has done some good things, and I think he will play well here. The problem is the Steelers defense won’t slow Drake Maye either. This will be high scoring with Rodgers pulling it out late.”

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