Most books have Pitt-11.5 to as much as -13 at MVP.
This is one example of a good play
Pitt is offered at -11.5 at -110 or
on an altenate spread of -17.5 and +250 at Carib.
I say put a portion of your bet on the alt line.
You would only be giving up the #'s 12,13,14,15,16,17 (13,14, and 17...