Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Cincinnati Bengals will welcome their AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens on Sunday afternoon for a huge divisional battle. Can Joe Burrow and the Bengals pull the upset at home after a rough start? Matt McCuen provides his pick against the spread for Ravens vs. Bengals.
Matt McCuen - October 6, 2024, 9:52 AM EDT
5 minBaltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Baltimore Ravens and the Cincinnati Bengals will meet from the Jungle on Sunday afternoon for an AFC North affair.
The Ravens roll into the contest with a 2-2 record. There is little doubt that Baltimore is the best 2-2 team in football. After a 0-2 start to the season, John Harbaugh's team has bounced back nicely over the last two weeks.
The Ravens defeated the Dallas Cowboys on the road to earn their first win of the year, followed by a dominant victory at home over the Bills.
Baltimore trails the Pittsburgh Steelers by one game in the AFC North standings, but the Ravens remain the betting favorite to win the division.
Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals Date, Time and Where to Watch
- Date: October 6, 2024
- Time: 1:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals Prediction
Two-time MVP Lamar Jackson leads the Baltimore offense, throwing for 858 yards and five touchdowns while rushing for 308 yards and two touchdowns.
Derrick Henry is off to a strong start in a Ravens uniform, rushing for 480 yards and four touchdowns.
Isaiah Likely leads the Ravens, racking up 167 yards and one touchdown.
Baltimore has allowed opponents 22.0 points per game, ranking 17th in the NFL.
Cincinnati desperately needs a win today after a sluggish 1-3 start to the year.
The Bengals are the best one-win team in the NFL and could easily be 3-1 or better.
All three of the Bengals' losses have come by one score. Last weekend, Zac Taylor’s team earned win number one when they took down the Carolina Panthers on the road.
The Bengals will re-insert themselves into the playoff race with a win today. A loss, however, will make competing for a postseason position extremely difficult.
Former Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow has thrown for 978 yards, seven touchdowns, and one interception.
Zack Moss leads the ground game, scampering for 187 yards and two touchdowns.
Ja’Marr Chase has been the top option in the passing game, leading the team with 300 yards and three touchdowns.
The Bengals' defense ranks 27th in points allowed per game (26.0).
Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals Pick
We will back the home dog today.
I still believe in this Bengals team, and I expect their best effort in a must-win game.
Burrow has played at an elite level this season and will be able to control the tempo of this game.
Cincy will sell out against the run, forcing Jackson to beat them with his arm.
Let’s stay hot and cash today.
Pick: Cincinnati Bengals +3 -120 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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