Seahawks vs Steelers odds and prediction for NFL Week 6 game
By Jake Luppino
In Week 6, the Seattle Seahawks will be without Russell Wilson for the first time ever. A finger injury sustained in Week 5 will reportedly keep the star quarterback sidelined for 4-8 weeks. Russell Wilsons’ consecutive 149 starts as Seattle’s quarterback will come to a halt as Geno Smith will be QB1 on the road in Pittsburgh.
Despite the loss in Week 5, Geno Smith showed some promise. He led the Seahawks to multiple scoring drives and even had a chance to deliver on a potential game-winning drive late in the fourth quarter. Smith will be tasked with another difficult challenge as the Steelers have one of the better defenses in the league. Pittsburgh, similarly to Seattle, sits at 2-3 and is looking to turn their season around.
Inconsistency has defined both of these teams’ early starts to the 2021 season. Major questions surround Ben Roethlisberger and his future. Despite the win in Week 5 over Denver, Big Ben has shown some regression. Perhaps, the biggest storyline in this game will be the Seattle Seahawks defense. They are currently on pace to have one of the worst defenses in league history, giving over 400 yards per game.
With Wilson sidelined, the defense will have to be better if Seattle wants any hope of keeping the season alive. Expect a very physical, low-scoring game on Sunday Night Football.
Seahawks vs Steelers Odds Week 6
It should come as no surprise that the Week 6 betting odds on WynnBet have the Seattle Seahawks as underdogs. Seattle currently sits at +4.5 underdogs. The Steelers have -210 moneyline odds, with Seattle at +180. The over/under for total points in the game is set at 42.5 (-110 for the over, -110 for the under).
Seahawks vs Steelers Prediction Week 6
The odds kind of tell you what is expected from this game. One struggling aging quarterback going up against a backup who hasn’t started a game in quite a few years. Meaning, this is going to be a low-scoring game, but they have ultimately believe Pittsburgh will prevail because their defense is better and they are the home team. Now, while all of that might be true, I have a different take on this game.
KEY TO THIS GAME: Win the turnover battle
I do agree that this will be a close, low-scoring affair. Subsequently, the team that is able to win the turnover battle will more than likely win this game. Despite the fact that Seattle and Pittsburgh have forced a similar amount of turnovers on the season (Seattle 5, Pittsburgh 4), I believe the Seahawks have the edge in this matchup.
I know the defense has been horrendous, but this is a good opportunity for Seattle’s defense to get back on track. In other words, this is what many would refer to as a get-right game. Through 5 games, Ben Roethlisberger has 7 total turnovers: 4 interceptions, 3 fumbles. Behind a struggling offensive line — Big Ben has been sacked 11 times — and the 2nd worst rushing attack on the year — averaging 73.6 yards per game on the ground — Seattle has an opportunity to activate this pass rush.
There has been much speculation about Jamal Adams as many feel he is being dropped back into coverage too often. Is the game Seattle will unleash him at the line and let him rush an immobile Big Ben? Remember, last year the turnaround for this defense was when they were able to generate sufficient pressure upfront. A lot of that had to do with Jamal Adams. Also, keep your eye on Carlos Dunlap and Darrell Taylor for potential strip-sacks.
Offensively, I expect some bumps here and there but Seattle really seems to trust Geno Smith. Last week against Los Angeles, we saw Geno making many line of scrimmage adjustments, which highlights his familiarity with the offense and more importantly, his preparation. Lastly, Shane Waldron might have to dig deep into his bag of tricks and have a trick play up his sleeve to give Seattle an opportunity to get on the board early.
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On the road in Pittsburgh, Pete Carroll and the Seattle Seahawks will deliver with a 20-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.