Pittsburgh Steelers at Las Vegas Raiders odds, expert picks, how to watch: Offensive struggles cloud both teams' outlook

**Quarterback Changes and Offensive Challenges as Raiders Host Steelers**

The Las Vegas Raiders are set for an intriguing matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighted by quarterback changes and offensive inconsistencies. The Raiders announced the decision to bench Gardner Minshew in favor of Aidan O'Connell. Concurrently, the Steelers are grappling with a sluggish offense evident in their current two-game losing streak, though they remain slight favorites.

Raiders head coach took a wait-and-see approach earlier, as both Minshew and O'Connell shared playing time without a clear standout in Week 5. The team has now decided to start O'Connell. Las Vegas struggles with offensive protection, ranking 25th in sacks per pass attempt and lacking a consistent ground game, standing at 30th in rushing yards per game. Compounding the challenge is drama involving star receiver Davante Adams's trade request. O'Connell faces a formidable Pittsburgh defense, noted for its second-best scoring defense and strong rankings in stopping the run, interceptions, and red zone defense.

Meanwhile, Pittsburgh's offense has yet to score a first-half touchdown in the past two games. They rank 27th in total passing, with quarterback Justin Fields struggling to connect with downfield targets. The Steelers' backfield has been hampered by injuries, affecting players like Jaylen Warren, who returns this week, and Cordarrelle Patterson, who remains out. Najee Harris is averaging only 3.3 yards per carry, contributing to the team's 29th rank in rushing yards per play.

Should the Steelers falter early against an average Raiders defense, this may prompt a quarterback change, as backup Russell Wilson fully participated in practice for the first time after a calf injury.