This is a 10* AFC NORTH TOW on the UNDER Browns/Steelers.

While these teams have been involved in several higher-scoring games of late, including in the Browns' 24-19 win at home in Week 12, I'm finally expecting much more of a defensive battle here on Sunday in the final regular season matchup between these divisional opponents.

Note that Pittsburgh has seen the total go UNDER in five of its last seven in trying to avenge a SU/ATS divisional road loss as a favorite vs. an opponent.

Cleveland fell 41-32 at Denver last weekend, but also note that looking back the Browns have seen the total go UNDER in eight of their last 12 after playing to three or more straight OVERs in a row.

Look for Pittsburgh to control the tempo at home and for the total to stay well UNDER the number once it's all said and done.

Good luck, NP