Steelers vs. Ravens Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds for NFL Saturday Action
The Baltimore Ravens will look to keep their AFC North hopes alive with a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday afternoon. Can Lamar Jackson and the Ravens put the pressure on Pittsburgh and tie them atop the division today? Matt McCuen is targeting the home favorite in his Steelers vs. Ravens prediction and pick against the spread.
Matt McCuen - December 21, 2024, 10:36 AM EST
4 minSteelers vs. Ravens Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds for NFL Saturday Action
The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens will meet on Saturday afternoon in a classic AFC North showdown.
There is no love between these two teams. These two franchises have produced some classic games over the years. The Steelers-Ravens rivalry is considered one of the best in sports.
Baltimore comes into this game with a record of 9-5. That record has the Ravens in second place in the AFC North. John Harbaugh's team trails the first-place Steelers by one game in the division. If the Ravens win today, they will tie the Steelers for first place in the division, but a loss today for the Ravens would essentially end their chances of winning the North. Baltimore is currently in a wildcard position after winning their last two games.
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Steelers vs. Ravens Odds
Steelers vs. Ravens Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: December 21, 2024
- Time: 4:30 pm ET
- Where To Watch: FOX
Steelers vs. Ravens Prediction
Two-time MVP Lamar Jackson has thrown for 3.580 yards, 34 touchdowns, and three interceptions. Derrick Henry has dashed for 1,474 yards and 13 touchdowns. Zay Flowers has racked up 916 yards and four touchdowns. The Ravens defense ranks 22nd in points allowed per game (23.7).
The Steelers roll into the contest with a record of 10-4. As mentioned, the Steelers lead the AFC North, and will take firm control of first place with a win tonight.
Pittsburgh defeated the Ravens earlier in the season, 18-16. Mike Tomlin has gotten the better of Lamar Jackson in his career. Tomlin has never had a losing season as the head coach of the Steelers. Pittsburgh will look to rebound from its 27-13 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles last weekend.
Veteran Russell Wilson leads the offense with 1,912 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and three interceptions. Najee Harris has rushed for 891 yards and five touchdowns. Former Georgia standout George Pickens has racked up 850 yards to lead the team. The Steelers rank sixth in points allowed per game (18.9).
Steelers vs. Ravens Pick
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The Steelers will struggle to move the football in the absence of Pickens.
Pittsburgh produced just 163 yards last weekend.
I anticipate similar struggles for the Steelers offense today.
Jackson will bounce back against the Steelers with a big-time performance.
