NFL Predictions: Pittsburgh Steelers On Upset Alert Against New York Jets Sunday

December 18, 2010   ·   Jack Jones   ·   Jump to comments

This Sunday the New York Jets will go on the road to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in a key AFC matchup between two of the best defenses in the NFL.
The Jets once looked like a lock to make the playoffs, but two straight losses, including a 10-6 loss at home against the Miami Dolphins last week, have New York desperately needing a win to avoid a major late season collapse.
The Steelers, on the other hand, look for their fifth straight win after beating the Bengals 23-7 last week. Pittsburgh is currently one game ahead of the Ravens for first place in the AFC North, but can clinch at least a wild card spot with a win this week.
The odds makers seem to think that is exactly what will happen this week, as the current NFL odds have the Steelers favored by six-points over the Jets at home.
 
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