The SportsLine Projection Model is backing the Steelers on the spread, as Pittsburgh covers in 55% of simulations. However, it has a slight lean on the Bengals on the money line at +200, as Cincinnati wins in 33% of simulations to provide value at that number. The model says the Over 48.5 hits in 51% of simulations.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor addresses the media to start Week 12. The Bengals host the Patriots at Paycor Stadium on Nov. 23.

Prisco chose the Bengals and their defense as his pick for NFL Week 8 losers after their 39-38 loss Sunday, Oct. 26, at Paycor Stadium.