New York Giants vs Pittsburgh Steelers Preview – MNF October 28, 2024

The New York Giants travel to Acrisure Stadium to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in a primetime matchup on Monday night. Both teams are at critical points in their seasons, with the Steelers riding a winning streak and the Giants looking to recover from recent struggles.
New York Giants Overview
The Giants enter this matchup with a 2-5 record and serious concerns on offense. They’ve scored just 10 points combined in their last two games, including a 28-3 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles last week. Quarterback Daniel Jones has struggled, managing only 99 passing yards in the loss to Philadelphia. New York’s offensive line has been an issue, allowing 22 sacks this season, the third most in the league.
Rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers has been a bright spot for the Giants, with 427 yards and three touchdowns despite missing time with a concussion. However, the Giants need more consistency from their offense to stay competitive against a tough Steelers defense. Dexter Lawrence II continues to lead the defense with nine sacks, but injuries across the roster, including cornerback Adoree’ Jackson and punter Jamie Gillan, are limiting their effectiveness.
Pittsburgh Steelers Overview
The Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2) are riding high after a 37-15 win over the New York Jets. In his first start of the season, quarterback Russell Wilson threw for 264 yards and two touchdowns, showing no signs of rust despite missing the start of the season with a calf injury. Wilson adds a new dynamic to the Steelers’ offense, and his chemistry with the team will be critical against New York.
Running back Najee Harris continues to shine, posting back-to-back 100-yard games. The Steelers defense, ranked second in the NFL in points allowed, has been stellar, limiting opponents to just 14.4 points per game. T.J. Watt will look to exploit the Giants’ shaky offensive line, as Pittsburgh’s pass rush is a major threat to any opposing quarterback.
Prediction and Pick
The Steelers have momentum on their side and a strong home-field advantage. With Wilson bringing stability to the offense and Najee Harris leading a powerful ground game, Pittsburgh should be able to control the pace. Meanwhile, the Giants need Daniel Jones to step up and reduce mistakes if they hope to stay competitive.
The Steelers’ defense will likely make life difficult for Jones, and Pittsburgh’s offense should have no trouble capitalizing on the Giants’ struggles. The combination of Wilson’s passing and Harris’s rushing attack makes the Steelers the clear favorite in this matchup.
- Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers -6
- Prediction: Pittsburgh 27, New York 13