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The Pittsburgh Steelers are heading into their Week 11 matchup with the Cleveland Browns with a lot of momentum and a 5-4 record. After losing Ben Roethlisberger early in the season, many wrote the Steelers off. They have taken all the blows this season has thrown at them and are still very much contenders to make the playoffs.
Mason Rudolph is back healthy after a scary concussion and running back James Conner will be returning to the field this week. Add in the impressive play of Minkah Fitzpatrick and the Steelers are firing on all cylinders heading into this week's game against the disappointing Browns.
Cleveland, on the other hand, has not lived up to expectations this season after being named a Super Bowl contender before the season even began. Baker Mayfield has regressed and Odell Beckham Jr. hasn't been much of a factor. They still believe they can make a run into the playoffs and a win this week is needed.
All of that being said, here are three bold predictions for the Steelers heading into Thursday night.
3. James Conner Comes Back With A Bang
Pittsburgh couldn't be more excited to welcome back running back James Conner this week. He is going to come back strong against a Cleveland defense that has shown signs of being stout.
Conner will end up rushing for at least 100 yards and a touchdown or two. He is also going to have a role as a receiver and should catch around four or five passes for 30-40 yards. The Steelers need a good performance from their running back and he will come through with one.
2. They Force Three Turnovers
Cleveland's offense has been a nightmare this season under first-year head coach Freddie Kitchens. While the Browns have struggled, they do have a ton of talent offensively. Even against that talent, the Steelers are going to put up a good defensive performance.
Pittsburgh will end up forcing three turnovers in the game. Fitzpatrick is going to keep up his impressive play and will force another turnover himself. This game will be yet another sign that the Steelers have a top-notch defense once again.
1. The Steelers Improve to 6-4 with a Huge Win
When everything is said and done, the Steelers are going to take another step towards making a playoff run. Mike Tomlin has been doing some of his best coaching this season and that will continue once again.
The Steelers are without question a talented football team even without Big Ben on the field. Cleveland may put up a fight, but the scoreboard at the end of the game will be in Pittsburgh's favor.
