Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers Prediction: History could fail to repeat itself

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals are set to face off in week 12 NFL action at Paycor Stadium on Sunday. Let's take a closer look at this matchup and provide a prediction for the game.

The Cincinnati Bengals enter this game with a 5-5 record following a 34-20 loss to Baltimore. Joe Burrow, who has thrown for 2,309 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions on a 66.8% completion rate, is unfortunately expected to miss the remainder of the season due to injury. Joe Mixon leads the rushing game with 605 yards and 4 touchdowns. Ja’Marr Chase is a standout in the receiving game with 71 receptions for 833 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Tyler Boyd contributes with 439 receiving yards. Tee Higgins adds 328 receiving yards, and three more Bengals receivers have accumulated over 100 receiving yards this season. On defense, Logan Wilson leads with 79 total tackles and 3 interceptions, while Germaine Pratt has 71 total tackles. Trey Hendrickson boasts a team-high 9.5 sacks, and Cam Taylor-Britt leads in interceptions with 4.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are aiming to bounce back from a 13-10 loss to the Cleveland Browns in their recent matchup. Kenny Pickett leads the team in passing with 1,722 yards, 6 touchdowns, and 4 interceptions, boasting a completion rate of 60.5%. Najee Harris leads in rushing with 499 yards, followed closely by Jaylen Warren with 493 yards. In the receiving game, George Pickens stands out with 37 receptions for 604 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Diontae Johnson and Jaylen Warren contribute with 335 and 234 receiving yards, respectively. Additionally, four more Steelers receivers have accumulated over 100 receiving yards this season. On the defensive side, Elandon Roberts leads the team with 71 total tackles, T.J. Watt boasts a team-high 11.5 sacks, and Damontae Kazee and Levi Wallace each have two interceptions.

The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to have an advantage in this matchup. The Steelers have struggled offensively for much of the season, leading to the recent firing of offensive coordinator Matt Canada. The change in leadership could inject new energy into the Steelers' offense. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bengals face challenges without Joe Burrow, and the Steelers' formidable pass rush adds to the difficulties for the Bengals. Given these factors, it seems that the Steelers may have the upper hand in this game.