Tennessee Titans at Pittsburgh Steelers: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 9 game

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The Pittsburgh Steelers (4-3) host the Tennessee Titans (3-4) to open up Week 9 with a Thursday night matchup.

Both offenses have sputtered this season as quarterback Kenny Pickett finds his footing and All-Pro running back Derrick Henry has been significantly less productive than in the past.

Despite getting hit hard and missing half the game last week against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Pickett said he's playing in this game.

TJ Watt has boosted Pittsburgh's defense and has 8.5 sacks on the season, tied for third in the league.

Rookie Will Levis made his debut for the Titans last week in a 28-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons in their Oilers tribute uniforms. The quarterback went 19-of-29 for 238 yards and four touchdowns. Henry had his second 100-yard game with 101 yards on 22 touches.

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Steelers vs. Titans odds, moneyline, over/under

The Steelers are favorites to defeat the Titans, according to the BetMGM NFL odds. Looking to wager? Check out the best mobile sports betting apps offering NFL betting promos in 2023.

Spread: Steelers (-3)
Moneyline: Steelers (-165); Titans (+140)
Over/under: 37

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NFL Week 9 odds, predictions and picks

Lorenzo Reyes: Titans 18, Steelers 17

This is a tough one to call, as both offense have struggled to find consistency. On a short week, with both these teams building their identities on physical play, the under is rather tempting, as low as it actually is. But with Will Levis giving Tennessee a boost, I’m going to tentatively back them here.

Tyler Dragon: Steelers 21, Titans 17

Rookie QB Will Levis rejuvenated the Titans offense in his first NFL start. But Levis’ first start was at home against the Falcons. This time, Levis is on the road versus a Steelers defense led by TJ Watt. Pittsburgh is going to be a tough environment for a rookie making just his second start. Steelers QB Kenny Pickett is expected to start.

Safid Deen: Steelers 17, Titans 13

Will Levis was outstanding in his NFL debut last week. But facing the Steelers' defense, at home, on a short week, won’t bode well for the Titans rookie. The Steelers will have just enough offense to beat the Titans on Thursday night.

Victoria Hernandez: Steelers 19, Titans 17

Will Levis had a great NFL debut, but this Steelers defense will be ready to contain the rookie and give Kenny Pickett enough of a cushion in the home game to bounce back from a tough loss.

Jordan Mendoza: Titans 18, Steelers 17

Is Will Levis the spark Tennessee needed? While he doesn’t have a game like last week against a strong defense, the momentum from last week and Derrick Henry carry the Titans into a close win in Pittsburgh.

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