Summary
Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers are set to play a high-stakes game in Week 18. The winner will earn a playoff spot, while the losing team's coach may face job uncertainty in 2026. Both team coaches, John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin, have not seen recent playoff success, adding pressure to this game.
Key Facts
- The game is part of the NFL's last week of the regular season.
- The Ravens, with a current record of 8-8, will play the Steelers, who have a 9-7 record.
- The winner of the game will receive a spot in the playoffs as the AFC North champion.
- There are high expectations for the Ravens, despite challenges, including quarterback Lamar Jackson's injuries.
- Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh have both won Super Bowls but struggled in recent playoff games.
- The possibility of job changes for the losing coach has been suggested for 2026.
- The Ravens are slightly favored to win by 3 points, according to ESPN BET.
- The first meeting between the teams this season was on December 7, with the Steelers winning 27-22.
