As we will do every Saturday to get you ready for the week’s game, our X Factor of the week. Sometimes it’s a player, unit, concept, or scheme. What will make or break the Pittsburgh Steelers for Sunday night’s matchup as they look to end their losing streak against the Oakland Raiders.
X Factor: T.J. Watt
There’s no doubt that on paper, the Steelers should win this one. If for nothing else, their ability to win in the trenches. Their offensive line is better than the Raiders’ defensive line. And their defensive line/pass rush is better than the Raiders’ front five.