Key Storylines
Will Jackson lastly break unfastened towards the Steelers?
Jackson’s 1-4 profession report towards Pittsburgh stands out dramatically when he is 66-20 towards the remainder of the NFL. The Ravens have been held to fewer than 20 factors in Jackson’s final three begins towards the Steelers, and he has by no means thrown greater than two landing passes towards them in a sport. Jackson is coming off a five-touchdown efficiency in Week 15, and if the Ravens are going to resolve Pittsburgh’s protection, the reply probably begins with their quarterback.
Will the Ravens keep away from penalties and turnovers?
The Ravens lead the NFL in penalties, whereas the Steelers lead in takeaways with 30, together with 15 fumble recoveries (two in Week 11 towards the Ravens). Mistakes have plagued Baltimore towards Pittsburgh, and the Ravens’ teaching employees has emphasised defending the soccer throughout the week in apply. The Ravens dedicated 12 penalties towards the Giants final weekend – the identical quantity that they had towards Pittsburgh in Week 11. Cutting down on flags and fumbles would go a great distance towards tilting Saturday’s sport within the Ravens’ favor.
Will the Ravens make the AFC North race come all the way down to the wire?
Thanks to their 0-2 begin, the Ravens have been chasing Pittsburgh nearly the whole season. However, a victory would permit Baltimore to drag even and put extra strain on the Steelers, who’ve a troublesome schedule remaining. The Ravens wish to begin the playoffs at residence, and repeating as division champions was one among their high priorities getting into the season. The solely solution to make that occur is to beat Pittsburgh on Saturday.
