AFC NORTH BETTING PREVIEW: Predictions for Ravens, Steelers, Browns & Bengals

AFC NORTH BETTING PREVIEW: Predictions for Ravens, Steelers, Browns & Bengals

From Sharp or Square by iHeartPodcasts and The Volume

August 13, 2026 · 41 min

About this episode

The episode previews the AFC North teams and their prospects for the upcoming NFL season, featuring expert predictions and insights.

Can new Baltimore coach Jesse Minter help the Ravens soar this season? Do the Cincinnati Bengals finally have the elite defense that's eluded them for years? With Mike Tomlin gone, what can the Pittsburgh faithful expect from native son Mike McCarthy in Steel City? And does it even matter who starts at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns? All these questions answered and more as NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter continue their annual eight-part division-by-division NFL previews with the AFC North. PLUS, we hear more about Chad's new book THE NUMBER, which is now available for online preorder at your favorite retailer. Preorder customers can access our brand new Discord community, and receive an extra chapter not included in the book! Just visit  ReadTheNumber.com for more information. Joe Burrow is expected to be healthy and elite again this season for the Bengals. But many predict an incredible season ahead for Ravens' two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson. With Aaron Rodgers back under center, the Pittsburgh Steelers may finally be ready to win a playoff game for the first time in years. And Shedeur Sanders made a laughable Pro Bowl last season. Can he do…

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Hosts: Chad Millman, Simon Hunter

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Places: Cleveland, Baltimore, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh

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