Steelers @ Rams

Rams +7.5 vs. Steelers: The Jaguars went into Pittsburgh last week and dominated the game. They were up big in the 4th quarter before the Steelers came back but then were able to put the game away. The Steelers desperately need to get a win to secure a playoff berth. They find themselves tied for the division record-wise (they have the tie-breaker over the Browns) but need to win their last two games to guarantee a home game in the playoffs. The Browns play a tough road divisional game in Cincinnati this week and the 49ers next week. They are favored to win each game and that will put pressure on the Steelers.

On paper this game looks like an easy victory for Pittsburgh. Road games have not been kind to the Steelers this year, however, as they are a measly 2-3 away from Hines Field. More importantly all three losses have come against sub .500 teams (Denver, Arizona, and the Jets). Now they face another bad team on the road in a game that would seem to have much more meaning to them then their previous games with bad teams. I think Pittsburgh will find a way to win both of these games but they will not come as easily as one might hope if your a Steelers fan.
Steelers 27 - Rams 20