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5 Bold Predictions For Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Tennessee Titans

5 Bold Predictions For Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Tennessee Titans

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The Pittsburgh Steelers dropped a golden opportunity last weekend against the New York Jets. They have another chance to right the ship against the Tennessee Titans, though. Here are five other predictions for Sunday's action.

5. Titans Are in Trouble

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5. Titans Are in Trouble

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It is one thing to play against the Steelers when they are feeling confident, but it is a whole different matter when they are coming off an embarrassing loss. Tennessee might run into a buzzsaw.

4. Martavis Bryant Will Find End Zone

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4. Martavis Bryant Will Find End Zone

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Martavis Bryant has scored in each of the last four games, and that trend will continue against Tennessee. He is quickly becoming one of Big Ben's favorite targets.

3. The Rookie Will Get Sacked Four Times

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3. The Rookie Will Get Sacked Four Times

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It is not pretty any time a rookie quarterback has to face Pittsburgh’s defense, and Zach Mettenberger will be the punching bag for Elvis Dumervil and Terrell Suggs this week. Expect at least four sacks on the QB.

2. The Steelers Will Lean on Big Ben

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2. The Steelers Will Lean on Big Ben

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Fans will not see Big Ben get six passing TDs like he did in consecutive games not too long ago, but he will score at least three times through the air while Pittsburgh leans on his ability to throw the ball.

1. Pittsburgh Will Rebound

Oct 5, 2014; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin in the fourth quarter of their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field. The Pittsburgh Steelers won 17-9. Mandatory Credit: Phil Sears-USA TODAY Sports
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1. Pittsburgh Will Rebound

Oct 5, 2014; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin in the fourth quarter of their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field. The Pittsburgh Steelers won 17-9. Mandatory Credit: Phil Sears-USA TODAY Sports
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Their humbling loss to New York must still sting, and Pittsburgh should get that taste out of their mouths with a victory. Prediction: Steelers over Titans, 30-17.

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