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For the first time since leaving Green Bay after 18 years, Aaron Rodgers faces his former team as the Steelers host the Packers. Bettors are watching closely, with Josh Jacobs’ rushing power and Rodgers’ passing props standing out among the top picks for tonight’s Sunday Night Football. Our Packers vs. Steelers predictions highlight the best bets, including spread, totals, and player props for Week 8 NFL betting.
| Date | October 26 |
| Expert Prediction | Steelers to Cover the Spread +3 |
| Alternative Expert Pick | Over 45.5 Total Points |
| Player Prop Prediction | Josh Jacobs Anytime TD |
| Alternative Prop Bet Pick | Aaron Rodgers Over 1.5 Passing TDs |
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Sports betting outcomes are never guaranteed, and these picks are suggestions based on game trends and analysis.
Packers vs. Steelers SNF Match Overview
The Packers enter Week 8 with a 4-1-1 record and an offense that ranks seventh in the NFL, averaging 26.3 points per game. Jordan Love has been efficient under center, while Josh Jacobs continues to be the team’s key scorer with eight rushing touchdowns in six games. On the defensive side, Green Bay allows 20.8 points per game, ranking them tenth in the league.
The Steelers sit at 4-2, relying heavily on Aaron Rodgers’ passing attack, with 14 passing touchdowns compared to only three on the ground. Pittsburgh has struggled against the run recently, but the defense makes up for it with a +5 turnover differential. Historically, the Steelers have dominated this head-to-head matchup at home, with Green Bay failing to win in Pittsburgh since 1970. Injuries for both teams could play a role, especially if Christian Watson is activated for Green Bay and Josh Jacobs’ health holds up.
Steelers to Cover the Spread +3
Pittsburgh has been strong at home under Mike Tomlin, especially as an underdog. Rodgers’ efficiency and the Steelers’ opportunistic defense give them a good chance to keep this game close or even secure a win. The Packers have struggled historically in Pittsburgh, making the Steelers +3 one of the best bets for Week 8.
Over 45.5 Total Points
Both teams feature top quarterbacks and scoring offenses ranked in the NFL’s top half. Green Bay averages 26.3 points per game, while Pittsburgh scores 25.0 per game. With the Steelers’ recent defensive lapses against the run and both sides capable of explosive plays, this matchup sets up well for the over at 45.5.
Josh Jacobs Anytime TD
Josh Jacobs has been the centerpiece of Green Bay’s scoring, notching eight touchdowns in six games. With the Steelers’ run defense recently exposed, Jacobs is well-positioned to find the end zone again. His usage near the goal line makes this one of the strongest prop bets of the night.
Aaron Rodgers Over 1.5 Passing TDs
Rodgers has already thrown 14 touchdown passes this season, averaging more than two per game. Facing a Packers defense that could be vulnerable if their injured secondary remains limited, Rodgers should have opportunities to deliver multiple scores through the air. This makes over 1.5 passing TDs one of the best player props for Sunday Night Football.
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