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NFL Week 2: Picks Against the Spread

By Cody Williams

Jan 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Tyron Smith (77) in action during the game against the Washington Redskins at AT&T Stadium. The Redskins defeat the Cowboys 34-23. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Tyron Smith (77) in action during the game against the Washington Redskins at AT&T Stadium. The Redskins defeat the Cowboys 34-23. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 12, 2016; Landover, MD, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) does a celebration dance in the end zone after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Redskins in the third quarter at FedEx Field. The Steelers won 38-16. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 12, 2016; Landover, MD, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) does a celebration dance in the end zone after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Redskins in the third quarter at FedEx Field. The Steelers won 38-16. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

Cincinnati Bengals at Pittsburgh Steelers (-3.5)

Both the Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers figure to be in contention to win the AFC this season. What we saw from these AFC North rival in Week 1 gave us no indication to the contrary. However, this matchup is still going to be tricky for a number of reasons. There’s no denying the talent of either team, but the real question is what’s going to happen when these two teams are trying to exploit the other’s weakness.

There’s probably not a defense in the league that can stop Ben Roethlisberger, Antonio Brown, and the Steelers offense. However, the Bengals might be able to slow them down. However, it’s almost exactly the same situation with the Cincy offense and Pittsburgh defense. The Steelers young defensive unit looked to be ready to come into their own against Washington in Week 1. Andy Dalton and A.J. Green offer much more of a test, but this should be a fun one to watch.

Ultimately, I don’t think this game turns into a shootout like I’ve seen some people predicting. I think this one comes as a grind-it-out type of affair where one empty possession changes the game. How I see it, I think the conservative approach of Marvin Lewis costs his team here. The Bengals kick a field goal, but the Steelers score a go-ahead touchdown to win by four and cover.

Pick: Steelers (-3.5)

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