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STEELERS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Mason Rudolph's unlikely late-season emergence helped Pittsburgh rip off three straight wins to reach the playoffs for the 11th time in coach Mike Tomlin's 17 seasons. Rudolph is set to be a free agent in the offseason and how he plays on Sunday could go a long way toward determining his future in Pittsburgh or elsewhere. BILLS PLAYER TO WATCH: With WR Gabriel Davis' status uncertain because of a knee injury, look for Khalil Shakir to take on an even bigger role in the Josh Allen-led passing attack. ....
OPENING LINE: Bengals by 2 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. LAST MEETING: Steelers beat Bengals 16-10 on Nov. 26 in Cincinnati. LAST WEEK: Bengals beat Vikings 27-24 (OT), Steelers lost to Colts 30-13. ....