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Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers NFL Preseason Week 2 Odds, Picks and Previews (Saturday, August 21, 2021)

Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

The Detroit Lions are all set to travel to Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers for their second NFL preseason game. The Lions will enter this game after a close defeat against the Buffalo Bills. The NFL betting picks tonight have all the odds but the Lions are not in favor of winning this game. The Pittsburgh Steelers have been on fire after winning both their preseason games against the Cowboys and the Eagles. The Steelers will need to play the Panthers next week after they enter the regular season.

Lions Use Backup Players

Detroit ensured to keep their top players out of the preseason game as they are expected to play for the regular season. The Lions used their backups Tim Boyle and David Blough. Jared Goff went seven for nine with 56 yards in his first game for the Lions. Detroit’s defense was strong as they restricted an elite team to just 16 points. Bruce Hector and Julian Okwara were the bright spots from the defensive end.

Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Information

Date: Saturday, August 21, 2021
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Location: Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
TV Coverage: NFL

Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Odds

Team SP/RL TOTAL ML
Lions +5.5 (-110) 38.5 o (-110) +201
Steelers -5.5 (-110) 38.5 u (-110) -229
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The Detroit Lions were not too weak against the Bills since they lost with a 16-15 final score. The Lions did a decent job from both ends but the Bills went the extra mile to win. The Pittsburgh Steelers are already one of those top teams that are expected to sustain to the end. The Steelers won their last game against the Eagles with a final score of 24-16.

Pittsburgh’s Top Defense

The Steelers showed some excellent defensive skills as they restricted opponents from scoring in big numbers. In their preseason opener, the Steelers restricted the Cowboys to just three while scoring 16 in return. Dwayne Haskins was impressive from the quarterback spot after completing 73 percent of his passes. Haskins contributed a single TD and covered 161 throwing yards in total. The Steelers forced multiple turnovers in their last game.

Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Pick

The best NFL betting sites are clearly in support of the Steelers to win this game with ease. Pittsburgh has an equally good offense that will take out the Lions’ defensive unit. Back Pittsburgh to build on their success.

Detroit Lions vs. Pittsburgh Steelers CashBet Free Bet: Pittsburgh Steelers.

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