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Last minute best bets for NFL Week 5: Steelers capitalize on rest advantage, Bears stand strong

October 11, 2026

Week 5 of the NFL delivers high-stakes matchups, with rest and injuries shaping key outcomes. The Pittsburgh Steelers hold a significant advantage in their Sunday showdown against the Indianapolis Colts, thanks to an extra week of rest after a Thursday-night game.

Meanwhile, the Colts’ offense has struggled without standout running back Jonathan Taylor, and quarterback Daniel Jones remains well below his pre-injury form, posting just 5.7 yards per attempt and seven turnovers this season. The Steelers, meanwhile, have dominated at home this year, scoring 25 points per game while maintaining a strong defensive record against the pass.

Their recent consistency—5-0 in straight-up and against the spread since a loss—adds to their momentum heading into this pivotal game.

Elsewhere, the Chicago Bears enter Lambeau Field as road favorites in a critical NFC North clash with the Green Bay Packers, while the San Francisco 49ers travel to Seattle for a pivotal NFC West showdown. Injuries loom large, particularly for the Baltimore Ravens, who will play without Lamar Jackson against the Atlanta Falcons.

Kansas City and Carolina sit on bye weeks, while the Las Vegas Raiders, despite falling short against the Chiefs, have shown offensive firepower with an average of 28.8 points per game this season.