The Pittsburgh Steelers used two defensive touchdowns to race by the Cincinnati Bengals 34-12 but lost quarterback Aaron Rodgers to a hand injury.

The SportsLine Projection Model is backing the Steelers on the spread, as Pittsburgh covers in 55% of simulations. However, it has a slight lean on the Bengals on the money line at +200, as Cincinnati wins in 33% of simulations to provide value at that number. The model says the Over 48.5 hits in 51% of simulations.

Ian Rapoport reports that Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson is looking to avoid surgery as he heals from a core injury.

The Cincinnati Bengals quietly have a shakeup coming to the running back room in Week 11 when they play against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With veteran running back Samaje Perine hurt and unable to go, late-round rookie Tahj Brooks could be in line for some notable snaps in Joe Flacco’s backfield.

Bengals Ja'Marr Chase takes the ball down the field during their game against the Bears at Paycor Stadium on Sunday November 2, 2025. The Bears won the game with a final score of 47-42. / Phil Didion/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images