The Pittsburgh Steelers (7-8) have been winning as of late and they have a small chance to make it into the playoffs. The problem with their playoff chances is the fact they have to go through their division rival Baltimore Ravens. Kenny Pickett has looked good as of late and he’s been able to take advantage of what defenses have given him to make this Steelers team look good. Pickett has been able to find his favorite targets in George Pickens and Dionte Johnson. If the Steelers are going to win this game they will have to make sure that both get the ball and get it in space to keep away from Raven’s defenders. Najee Harris has been a great help as of late too because he’s been running with a certain type of purpose. If Harris can establish the run in this game it will open things up for his rookie quarterback. The Steelers will need to slow down Tyler Huntley instead of Lamar Jackson so as long as the defense can contain him in the pocket they will have a chance to win.
The Baltimore Ravens (10-5) have to beat the Steelers to keep their momentum going. The Ravens are already locked in for a playoff berth but if they want to keep the Steelers out of the postseason they need to get this win. The Ravens have been able to get the most out of DeMarcus Robinson and Mark Andrews in the passing attack and they need to keep that foot on the gas. If Huntley can find both of them it can be a long night for the Steelers. The Ravens have JK Dobbins back and he has fresh legs right in time for this late season run. Dobbins will be running all over the Steelers but it will be up to Pittsburgh to shut it down. Huntley will need to keep away from TJ Watt and Cam Hayward. The Raven’s defense has been banged up as of late but they have been able to make plays to keep the Ravens in the winning column.
Score prediction: Steelers Win (16-13)
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