Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet: Week 10 vs. the Washington Commanders
Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet is a weekly series featuring a quick glance at the upcoming Steelers game, including odds, records, things to watch for, and how to watch/listen to the game.
Pittsburgh Steelers (6-2) at Washington Commanders (7-2)
The Steelers, off a Week 9 bye, and Commanders both enter Week 10 on a three-game winning streak. Pittsburgh has the second-ranked scoring defense this season (14.9 points per game allowed) and has held their opponents to 20 points-or-fewer in seven of eight games. Washington ranks third in the NFL in scoring offense (29.2 points per game) and is 4-0 at home this season.
- Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is 2-0 with four touchdowns (three passing, one rushing) and no interceptions and a 111.9 rating in two starts this season. He has a touchdown pass in 21 consecutive games, the longest active streak in the NFL.
- Pittsburgh linebacker T.J. Watt had two sacks in Week 8 and has 103 sacks since entering the NFL in 2017, the fourth-most sacks by a player in his first eight seasons since 1982, when the individual sack became an official statistic, trailing only Pro Football Hall of Famers Reggie White (124 sacks) and DeMarcus Ware (111) as well as Jared Allen (105).
- With a sack at Washington, Watt will tie Aaron Donald (66 games) and Chandler Jones (66) for the fourth-most games with a sack by a player in his first eight seasons since 1982, when the individual sack became an official statistic.
- Watt has 103 career sacks and with two sacks against the Commanders, will tie Jared Allen (105 sacks) for the third-most sacks by a player in his first eight seasons since 1982.
- Washington has won seven of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels’ first nine starts and with a win, Daniels can join Ben Roethlisberger (ten wins) and Dak Prescott (nine) as the only rookie quarterbacks ever to win at least eight of their first 10 career starts. Daniels is 4-0 at home and can become the fourth rookie quarterback since 1950 to win each of his first five career home starts, joining Chris Chandler (1988), Ben Roethlisberger (2004) and Russell Wilson (2012).
- Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has 8,769 career scrimmage yards and can surpass Arian Foster (8,873 scrimmage yards) for the second-most scrimmage yards by an undrafted running back since 1967, trailing only Priest Holmes (11,134).
- Oddsmakers have come around on the Steelers and their offense, setting the line of this game at +3 for Pittsburgh with an over/under of 45.5 points. If you’re interested in getting in on the action, the bookmaker https://www.herobet.by/mostbet-review/ has solidified its reputation as one of the most reliable and feature-rich betting platforms for Azerbaijani players. It offers a wide range of gaming options, from traditional casino games to live betting on sports. But what sets it apart is its focus on delivering localized content, a seamless user interface, and advanced features like a live casino and downloadable apps for better accessibility.
Series Notes
- All-Time Commanders lead, 44-34-4
- Last: Commanders Win, 23-17 (12.07.2020)
- Home Commanders lead, 23-20-1
- Last: Commanders Win, 23-17 (12.07.2020)
- Away Commanders lead, 21-14-3
- Last: Steelers Win, 38-16 (09.12.2016)
The Coaches
- Steelers: Mike Tomlin
- At Franchise: 179-102-2 (18)
- Overall: 179-102-2 (18)
- Versus Opponent: 3-1
- Commanders: Dan Quinn
- At Franchise: 6-2 (1)
- Overall: 49-44 (7)
- Versus Opponent: 0-1
Gameday Information
- Date: Sunday, November 10
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET - Location: Northwest Stadium
Landover, MD
Capacity 62,000 // Natural Grass - TV: CBS & Paramount Plus, Locally KDKA-TV (Check listings below for affiliates)
- Ian Eagle (play-by-play)
- Charles Davis (analysis)
- Evan Washburn (field reporter)
- Satellite Radio
- Commanders: Sirius 82, XM/SXM 230, Internet 831
- Steelers: Sirius 146, XM/SXM 384, Internet 826
- National Radio: ESPN Radio
- Steve Levy (play-by-play)
- Sal Paolantonio (analysis)
- Local Radio: Steelers Radio Network
Locally: 102.5 WDVE-FM (Pittsburgh) & 970 WBGG-AM (Pittsburgh)
(48 affiliates – see below)- Rob King (play-by-play)
- Craig Wolfley (analysis)
- Max Starks (sideline)
- Referee: Brad Rogers
- Vegas: Commanders -3.0 | Over/Under: 45.5
Steelers-Commanders Pregame Show
Joe and Brian are back from the bye week to discuss the upcoming second half of the schedule for the Pittsburgh Steelers. That begins with a road trip to face the 7-2 Washington Commanders, a team on a hot streak that’s going to be a tough challenge for Pittsburgh.
The rest of the schedule looks rough but several roster moves appear to have the Steelers situated for the homestretch of the 2024 schedule. The hosts discuss this and more in the latest episode.
View the video below on YouTube or visit our podcast page to find it on all popular audio platforms.
SCU Steelers News & Notes
- AFC North race tightens as Ravens, Bengals win during Steelers bye
- Steelers second half schedule positions them for a playoff berth
- Williams and Smith trades are insurance policies with high upside for the Steelers
- Steelers Scouting Report: Washington Commanders, Week 10
- 5 Steelers to watch against Commanders
- Official Injury Report
Team Rankings
| PIT | WAS | |
|---|---|---|
| Home Record | 3-1-0 | 4-0-0 |
| Away Record | 3-1-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Record vs. Spread | 6-2-0 | 7-2-0 |
| Points Scored/Game | 23.4 (13th) | 29.2 (3rd) |
| Points Allowed/Game | 14.9 (2nd) | 21.0 (11th) |
| Takeaway Diff. | +10 (2nd) | +5 (7th) |
| Pass Yds/Game | 190 (26th) | 228 (11th) |
| Rush Yds/Game | 138 (8th) | 163 (3rd) |
| Def. Pass Yds/Game | 219 (21st) | 183 (5th) |
| Def. Rush Yds/Game | 90 (4th) | 143 (29th) |
Team Leaders
| Steelers 2024 Leaders | |
|---|---|
| Justin Fields | 92/136, 961 yds, 5 TDs |
| George Pickens | 35 rec, 548 yds, 1 TD |
| Najee Harris | 136 rush, 592 yds, 2 TDs |
| Commanders 2024 Leaders | |
|---|---|
| Jayden Daniels | 163/228, 1945 yds, 9 TDs |
| Terry McLaurin | 42 rec, 598 yds, 6 TDs |
| Brian Robinson Jr. | 101 rush, 461 yds, 6 TDs |
Steelers Notes
- QB RUSSELL WILSON completed 20 of 28 atts. (71.4 pct.) for 278 yards & TD vs. 0 INTs with 114.9 rating in Week 8, his 4th-straight game with 0 INTs. Has pass TD in 21-straight games, longest active streak in NFL. Has 1,174 pass yards (234.8 per game) & 11 TDs (10 pass, 1 rush) in his 5 career games vs. Was, with 240+ pass yards, 2+ pass TDs & 105+ rating in each of past 2.
- RB NAJEE HARRIS led team with season-high 131 scrimmage yards (114 rush, 17 rec.). Aims for 4th in row with 100+ rush yards. Has rush TD in 2 of past 3. Has 75+ scrimmage yards in each of 3 games vs. NFC this season.
- RB JAYLEN WARREN had 59 scrimmage yards (46 rush, 13 rec.) in Week 8. Aims for 3rd in row with 55+ scrimmage yards.
- WR GEORGE PICKENS led the team with 74 rec. yards in Week 8. Aims for 4th in row with 50+ rec. yards.
- WR VAN JEFFERSON had 4 catches for 62 yards in Week 8.
- WR CALVIN AUSTIN had 73-yard PR-TD and rec. TD in Week 8.
- DT CAMERON HEYWARD had 6 tackles & PD in Week 8. Has PD in each of past 2. Had PD in last meeting.
- DT LARRY OGUNJOBI has TFL in 4 of past 5. Had TFL in his only career game vs. Was. (9/27/20 w/ Cle.)
- LB ALEX HIGHSMITH had 2 sacks in Week 8.
- LB PATRICK QUEEN had 8 tackles in Week 8. Has 5+ tackles in 5 of past 6.
- LB T.J. WATT had 7 tackles, 2 sacks, FF & FR in Week 8, 5th game with a sack, tied 2nd-most in NFL this season. Has FF in 3 of past 4. Had sack & FF in last meeting.
- CB BEANIE BISHOP (rookie) had 3rd career INT last week, tied 2nd-most among rookies in 2024.
- CB JOEY PORTER JR. led team with 9 tackles in Week 8.
Commanders Notes
- QB JAYDEN DANIELS (rookie) had 244 yards (209 pass, 35 rush) & 2 TD passes vs. 0 INTs for 128.8 rating in Week 9. Is 1 of 3 NFC QBs (Sam Darnold & Baker Maayfield) with 7+ games (7) with 90+ rating & ranks 3rd in NFL in comp. pct. (71.5) & 5th in rating (106.7) in 2024. Leads all rookies & ranks 2nd among QBs with 459 rush yards this season. Is 4-0 in his 1st 4 career home starts. & can become 4th rookie QB since 1950 to win each of his 1st 5 career home starts.
- RB BRIAN ROBINSON has 3 rush TDs in his past 3 at home & has 70+ scrimmage yards in 3 of his 4 home games this season.
- RB AUSTIN EKELER had 83 scrimmage yards (42 rush, 41 rec.) & 2nd rush TD of season last week. Has 8,769 career scrimmage yards & can surpass Arian Foster (8,873) for 2nd-most scrimmage yards by undrafted RB since 1967. Had 115 scrimmage yards (65 rec., 50 rush) & career-high 4 TDs (2 rush, 2 rec.) in his last game vs. Pit. (11/21/21 w/ LAC).
- WR TERRY MCLAURIN had 4th-career game with 2 rec. TDs last week. Aims for his 4th in row at home with 95+ rec. yards. Needs 8 catches for 6thstraight 50+ catch season.
- LB BOBBY WAGNER had 7 tackles & 11th-career FR last week Has 12+ tackles in 3 of his 4 career games vs. Pit. Is 1 of 3 (Zaire Franklin & Logan Wilson) with active streak of 20+ games (21) with 5+ tackles.
- LB FRANKIE LUVU has 3.5 sacks & 4 TFL in his past 3 at home.
- LB DANTE FOWLER had 2 sacks & FF last week & has 5 sacks in his past 5. Had FR-TD in his last game vs. Pit. (11/10/19 w/ LAR).
- S JEREMY CHINN led team with season-high 12 tackles & had 2 TFL & PD in Week 9. Had career-high 14 tackles in his only career game vs. Pit. (12/18/22 w/ Car.).
Steelers TV Coverage
This week’s game will be broadcast on nationally on CBS (Pittsburgh local affiliate KDKA) and Paramount Plus.
Regional broadcast image courtesy of 506sports.com – Steelers coverage in RED.
Steelers Radio Coverage
Flagship Stations
- WDVE-FM (102.5)
- WBGG-AM (970)
Pennsylvania Affiliates
- Altoona-WVAM (1430)
- Altoona-WRKY (104.9)
- Beaver Falls-WBVP (1230)
- Beaver Falls-WMBA (1460)
- Bedford-WBVE (107.5)
- Butler-WISR (680)
- Chambersburg-WCHA (800)
- Clarendon-WKNB (104.3)
- Clarion-WCCR (92.7)
- Cooperstown-WUUZ (107.7)
- DuBois-WIFT (102.1)
- DuBois-WKFT (101.3)
- Erie-WRKT (104.9)
- Johnstown-WNTJ (1490)
- Johnstown-WRKW (99.1)
- Latrobe-WCNS (1480)
- Milton-WVLY (100.9)
- Saegertown-WUZZ (94.3)
- Somerset-WNTI (990)
- Starview-WONN (92.7)
- State College-WQWK (1450)
- Uniontown-WMBS (590)
- Washington-WJPA (1450)
- Williamsport-WCXR (99.3)
- Williamsport-WZXR (103.7)
Maryland Affiliates
- Cumberland-WRQE (106.1)
- Hagerstown-WHAG (1410)
Ohio Affiliates
- Fremont-WOHF (92.1)
- Marietta-WJAW (630)
- Youngstown-WNIO (1390)
Virginia Affiliates
- Vienna-WDMX (100.1)
West Virginia Affiliates
- Fairmont-WRLF (94.3)
- Fairmont-WMMN (920)
- New Martinsville-WXCR (92.3)
Steelers Nation Radio
Steelers Nation Radio is a 24-hour/day HD radio station dedicated specifically to the Pittsburgh Steelers. It can be heard on www.steelers.com, the official Steelers app or the iHeart app on your smartphone, and at 102.5 WDVE HD2.
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