Free Pick: Pittsburgh (5-3-1) at LA Chargers (5-4) 11/21/21

TOTAL TEAM POINTS:

Pittsburgh: 20.5 Total Team Points The Steelers are preparing for this game as if Ben Roethlisberger is not going to play because of COVID. He was out last week and they only scored 16 points, in a 16-16 tie against the hapless Detroit Lions. They go up against a Chargers’ team that is struggling and needs a win in the worst way. It is so hard to predict what the Steelers are going to do. Because I think the team total is low, I’ll take Pittsburgh OVER 20.5 team points.

Los Angeles: 26.5 Total Team Points This line is pretty easy for me. The Pittsburgh defense is playing well and the Charger offense hasn’t been as good as they were earlier. LA is averaging 24 points per game and the Steelers are giving up 21 points per game. Take the UNDER 26.5 for the Chargers

OVER/UNDER: 47 Combined Team Points The Steelers combined scores have all been below 47 except one. Their defense is going to play well in this game. San Diego may win but I’m taking UNDER 47 points for these two teams.

POINT SPREAD: Los Angeles is a 5.5-point favorite This line is based on Roethlisberger not being able to play on Sunday. The Chargers are desperate for a win to stay above the .500 mark. Can they win against a classy organization like Pittsburgh in a game they really need?

AARON’S PICK: Chargers -5.5

PAPA DUDES PICK: Chargers UNDER 26.5 team points