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Pittsburgh set to Steel the Win

The Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0) travel to Philadelphia to play the Eagles (2-0). Carson Wentz, the 2nd overall pick this past draft, has proved his doubters wrong. The Steelers have relied on their trio of Ben Roethlisberger, DeAngelo Williams, and Antonio Brown to win games.

Offense

The Eagles want to try to be a balanced offense. Their best weapons are RB Ryan Matthew's, RB Darren Sproles, and WR Jordan Matthews. Pittsburgh, on the other hand, tends to lean more towards throwing the ball. They consistently try to feed the ball to all-pro WR Antonio Brown. If Markus Wheaton plays, he can give Roethlisberger another weapon to throw deep to.

Defense

The Steelers have only given up 101 rushing yards but has allowed 695 yards passing. So expect Philadelphia to play tons of 4 or 5 wide sets and to throw the ball. Philadelphia, on the other hand, has allowed 184 rushing yards and 388 passing yards. I expect the Steelers to try to play a balanced game.

How the Eagles will win

For the Eagles to win, they need QB Carson Wentz to make thi throws. Expect Jordan Matthews, Nelson Agholor, Dorial Green Beckham, and TE Zach Ertz (If he plays) to get a lot of playing time and targets. Defensively, they need to stop the rushing attack double team Antonio Brown as soon as he sets off.

How the Steelers will win

If Pittsburgh wants to win, they need to target the Eagles secondary. That is their weak spot (especially their CB's). Defensively, the Steelers need to try to pressure Carson Wentz. If they can disrupt his throwing motion and/or hit him, they should shut down the Eagles offense.

My prediction: Pittsburgh Steelers

I am going with the team with the proven QB. Carson Wentz only has two starts under his belt. Plus, Philadelphia does not have any good CB's who can shut down Antonio Brown.


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