NFL Picks and Predictions – Week 5

Sep 28, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Buccaneers won 27-24. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Steelers vs. Jaguars

Jaguars rookie quarterback Blake Bortles has played well so far but he still trying to lead the Jags to their first win of the season.  Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is once again ranked among the top quarterbacks in the league but the Steelers are trying to rebound from a disappointing upset at the hands of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

But I think the Steelers will bounce back this week.  They have more talent on offense and although the Jaguars will get solid play from Bortles they don’t have the running game to keep the Steelers defense honest.  So the Steelers will get the win on the road.

Winner:  Steelers

Score prediction:       27-20  Steelers   

Points spread:      Steelers -6.5

Over/under:  46.5 – Over

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