The NFL returns to Canton, Ohio as the Pittsburgh Steelers face the Dallas Cowboys in the 2021 Hall of Fame Game. Here's what you need to know about this preseason opener:

Key Details:

• Location: Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, Canton, Ohio
• Current Spread: Steelers -1.5 (-110)
• Total Points: 32.5

Steelers Outlook:

• Mason Rudolph expected to start at QB, followed by Dwayne Haskins
• Ben Roethlisberger will rest
• Second-year WR Chase Claypool may see limited action
• Rookies Anthony Johnson (WR) and Mark Gilbert (CB) to watch

Cowboys Preview:

• Dak Prescott (shoulder/ankle) out; Garrett Gilbert, Ben DiNucci, and Cooper Rush to split QB duties
• Ezekiel Elliott likely to make brief appearance
• Backup offensive linemen Terence Steele and Brandon Knight to protect QBs
• Pro Bowl tackles Tyron Smith and La'el Collins expected to sit

Betting Analysis:

• 12 of last 20 Hall of Fame Games scored under 33 points
• Steelers have QB experience advantage with Rudolph/Haskins
• Pittsburgh's defensive depth gives them edge in low-scoring affair
• Best Bet: Steelers -1.5 (-110)

Historical Context:

• First NFL game since 2019 (2020 preseason canceled)
• Both teams tied for most HOF Game appearances (6 each)
• Last Cowboys HOF Game: 2017 win vs Cardinals (20-18)

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