One of the great wrongs of the season influenced one of the NFL Week 11 best bets to make. In Week 1, the Pittsburgh Steelers took the air out of Cincinnati’s balloon by forcing turnovers and scoring a stunning road win.
But looking back at the game reveals it was a bizarre set of circumstances that led to a Cincinnati loss.
Seeking for Redemption
That game is just one of several NFL matchups this week have one team seeking redemption for a previous result it would like to have back.
The Los Angeles Chargers took a difficult loss on a Thursday night to the division-leading Kansas City Chiefs.
When it comes to NFL picks and parlays, the New England Patriots and New York Jets are also set for a big rematch in the AFC East.
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
- Venue: Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh
- Matchup Time: 4:25 p.m.
- How to watch: CBS, Universo
- Where to watch: TV, Streaming
Cincinnati Bengals
Offense
The Bengals entered the bye week at the right time. While the NFL injury report shows that wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is hopeful to return early from his injury, he still won’t be available for the rematch with Pittsburgh.
The Bengals are in the top 10 in passing yards per game and points scored, but have struggled to run the ball.
Defense
NFL team stats show Cincinnati’s defense has been playing well this season. The Bengals are only allowing 20.6 points per game, which ranks 13th in the league.
Cincinnati Bengals has also been good against the pass, only allowing 205.2 yards per game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Offense
Anyone looking at NFL team standings will see the Steelers’ offense has sputtered under rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett.
Pittsburgh ranks 30th in the league in passing yards, putting up 263.9 yards per game. The Steelers have also struggled to give the ball away, turning it over 12 times per game.
Pittsburgh did get its running game going last week against the Saints.
Defense
T.J. Watt’s return seemed to turn around the energy surrounding Pittsburgh’s defensive performance. The Steeler held the Saints to 186 yards of total offense.
NFL player stats show Pittsburgh was able to grab two interceptions against New Orleans, one apiece from Levi Wallace and Damontae Kazee.
NFL Stats and Standings
The Steelers are 3-5, while Cincinnati is 5-4.
Most Remarkable Player for this Matchup
- T.J. Watt (Linebacker) 10 tackles, 1 sack, 1 interception
- Joe Burrow (Quarterback) 2,535 pass yards, 18 touchdowns, six interceptions
- Joe Mixon (Running back) 151 carries, 585 rushing yards, six touchdowns
NFL Pick: Bengals -5 (-1110)
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New York Jets vs. New England Patriots
- Venue: Gilette Stadium
- Matchup Time: 1:00 p.m.
- How to watch: CBS, Paramount+
- Where to watch: TV, Streaming
New York Jets
The NFL schedule has been kind to the Jets so far this season. Trying to get their offense going against New England will require some work.
The Jets’ offense still hasn’t caught up to their defensive prowess. New York has turned the ball over 13 times, which ranks 24th in the league.
Defense
When it comes to Week 11 NFL best bets, counting on the Jets’ defense to perform is a safe wager.
New York Jets ranks seventh in the league in total yards allowed. The Jets have also allowed 19.6 points per game, which ranks 10th in the league.
New England Patriots
Offense
Making NFL Week 11 predictions surrounding New England’s offense is difficult to know what to expect.
The Patriots have been stringing things together to try and remain in a difficult playoff and AFC East race.
Despite ranking 26th in the league in total yards, New England P
atriots scores 22.6 points per game, which ranks 15th in the league.
Defense
As always under Bill Belichick, the Patriots once again have an excellent defensive squad.
When it comes to NFL points spreads, New England has a 5-3-1 mark against the spread, thanks to the defense not allowing a ton of points. The Patriots have held four of their last five opponents under 20 points.
NFL Stats and Standings
New England is 5-4. The Jets are 6-3.
Most Remarkable Player for this Matchup
- Zach Wilson (quarterback) 1,202 passing yards, four touchdowns, five interceptions
- Garrett Wilson (wide receiver) 42 catches, 521 yards, two touchdowns
- Rhamond Stevenson (running back) 129 carries, 618 yards, four touchdowns
NFL Pick: Jets +3.5 (-110)
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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers
- Venue: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles
- Matchup Time: 8:20 p.m
- How to watch: NBC, Paramount+
- Where to watch: TV, Streaming
Kansas City Chiefs
Offense
When it comes to NFL Week 11 best bets, betting on the Chiefs’ offense to keep the ball in motion is a safe one. Kansas City is first in the league in scoring, putting up 30 points per game.
The Kansas City Chiefs have moved the ball primarily through the air, ranking first in the league by putting up 313.9 passing yards per game.
Defense
Kansas City’s defense has been spotty at best. The Chiefs rank 19th the league, giving up 22.9 points per game.
Los Angeles Chargers
Offense
The Los Angeles Chargers sports a top-10 offense that has to score to keep up with their struggling defense.
Los Angeles has struggled to run the ball, but quarterback Justin Herbert has been able to make up for that with his passing.
Defense
Los Angeles is struggling to find ways to get stops on defense. The Chargers don’t force many turnovers and give up 25.8 points per game, which ranks 29th in the league.
NFL Stats and Standings
Kansas City is 7-2, while the Chargers are 6-3.
Most Remarkable Player for this Matchup
- Patrick Mahomes (quarterback), 2,936 yards, 25 touchdowns, seven interceptions
- Clyde Edwards-Helaire (running back) 69 carries, 293 yards, three touchdowns
- Justin Herbert (quarterback), 2,254 yards, 13 touchdowns, five interceptions
NFL Pick: Chargers +3.5
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