Time: 7:15 p.m. Thursday.
Line: Steelers by 10.
Weather: 32 degrees, snow possible.
Bengals: Cincinnati has become more competitive, beating Jaguars and tying Eagles. With an off week in between, Bengals haven’t lost since Oct. 26. They lack firepower to test NFL’s No. 1-ranked defense.
Steelers: Steelers have beaten the Bengals four straight and should be able to control the ball with Willie Parker, who averages 113.7 rushing yards vs. Cincinnati.
Fantasy outlook: In last two games, Bengals’ Ryan Fitzpatrick has thrown three TD passes vs. one INT. Steelers’ Hines Ward, who has caught 5 TDs in last three games vs. Bengals, has 19 catches for 236 yards in last two weeks.
Injuries: Bengals OT Levi Jones (back) and G Andre Whitworth (ankle) are both likely out. … Steelers OT Marvel Smith (back) and Bengals QB Carson Palmer (elbow) remain out.
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Prediction: Steelers 20, Bengals 6.
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