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Steelers open as 4.5 point underdogs to Patriots

5-point underdogs versus the New England Patriots. Pittsburgh enters the contest following a victory over the Atlanta Falcons in their opener, during which their defensive unit shifted away from its traditional reliance on man-to-man coverage to implement heavy zone sets.

Even with that initial triumph, oddsmakers favor the host team, which is aiming to even its record at 1-1 after suffering a frustrating Week 1 defeat in what will be broadcast on CBS.

J. Watt, who dominated throughout the opener against Atlanta.

The Steelers' formidable defensive front and pass rush are viewed as a key advantage that could disrupt young quarterback Drake Maye, who will nevertheless lead the home side into their first Foxborough appearance of the campaign.