Two underdogs week 1 both outright winners, two franchises with ancient history together. The Steeler opened -5 now -6.5 after the early bets look like there are plenty of guys willing to say the Steelers will win by a touchdown. The defense holding the Bills to 16 points. 6 of last 8 matchups between these two have been decided by a field goal or less.
The early start time for the Raiders in Pittsburgh. They were down 14 in their opener and managed a comeback, after an overtime win things don’t get any easier here. Carr is 8-5 vs the AFC North, with 26 TDs and 6 INT. He is 1-1 62.8 comp pct, 311.5 pass YPG, 6 TD, 1 INT, 108.0 passer rtg career vs Roethlisberger. After week 1 the Raiders have the 3rd overall offense.
The Steelers look to repeat last years start where they started out 11-0 only to run in the Cleveland at the wrong time in the playoffs. After the win in Buffalo they may not be underdogs for a while, and with them comfortable in a low scoring game, 29th in offense week 1. They are perennially one of the best ATS teams, and I would not be surprised to see them end up covering. My prediction 28-23 Steelers.