nfl Game Recap
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Atlanta Falcons Wrap - Pittsburgh Wins 24-0
Pittsburgh's defense kept Atlanta out of the end zone in a 24-0 win at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday.
Bettors who backed the Steelers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 38.5.
Anthony McFarland Jr. rushed for 55 yards, while Xazavian Valladay added 26 yards in the win. George Pickens and Diontae Johnson added 35 and 33 receiving yards respectively.
Carlos Washington Jr. rushed for 27 yards for Atlanta, while Logan Woodside added 9 yards. Taylor Heinicke threw for 0 yards for the Falcons, while receivers Keilahn Harris and Mathew Sexton had 71 and 29 yards respectively.
Atlanta lost the offensive yardage battle to Pittsburgh 311-199 yards in Thursday's game. Pittsburgh had more first downs as that total ended up 21-14.
Atlanta lost the time of possession battle 33:49-26:11, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Pittsburgh looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the 49ers. The Falcons will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Carolina.