The Tennessee Titans will play the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 8:15 PM ET, at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
The Titans are 3-4 on the season and are coming off a 28-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons. The Steelers are 4-3 on the season and are coming off a 20-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
What to watch for
The Titans have a strong running game, led by Derrick Henry. The Steelers have a solid run defense, but they have been vulnerable to big plays on the ground. The Titans will need to establish the run game in order to open up their passing game.
The Steelers have a strong passing game, led by quarterback Kenny Pickett. The Titans have a solid pass defense, but they have been vulnerable to big plays through the air. The Steelers will need to get their receivers involved early and often in order to keep the Titans' defense honest.
The Titans have a good pass rush, led by Harold Landry III. The Steelers have a good offensive line, but they have allowed some sacks this season. The Titans will need to get pressure on Pickett in order to disrupt the Steelers' passing game.
The Steelers have a good run defense, but they have been vulnerable to pass plays. The Titans have a good passing game, led by quarterback Ryan Tannehill. The Titans will need to take advantage of the Steelers' weakness in the secondary in order to move the ball.
The Steelers have a good special teams unit, led by returner Gunner Olszewski. The Titans have a solid special teams unit, but they have had some trouble in the return game. The Steelers will need to capitalize on any mistakes that the Titans make in the return game in order to gain an advantage.
Key players
Titans: Derrick Henry, Ryan Tannehill, Harold Landry III, Jeffrey Simmons, Treylon Burks
Steelers: Kenny Pickett, Najee Harris, T.J. Watt, Cameron Heyward, Minkah Fitzpatrick
Prediction
The Titans are the better team on paper, but the Steelers are playing at home and they are always a tough opponent. I think the Titans will win a close game, 24-21.
Particulars
Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023
Time: 8:15 PM ET
Location: Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
TV: CBS
Radio: Titans Radio Network, Steelers Radio Network
Online Streaming: Paramount+
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