With just two weeks left in the NFL season, much of the league’s playoff picture is set. Although the Ravens find themselves mostly fixed in their seeding, there’s nothing quite like a rivalry game to keep a team on its toes.
Baltimore (10-5) has found its way into the postseason, overcoming a series of injuries, and holds the No. 5 seed in the AFC. John Harbaugh’s squad has accomplished some of that success without star quarterback Lamar Jackson, who has spent the past three weeks on the sideline after suffering a high ankle sprain against the Broncos.
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Backup Tyler Huntley has been solid, if unspectacular, in Jackson’s absence. However, few defenses possess as much talent along the defensive line as the Ravens’ Week 17 foe, the Steelers (7-8).
Leading the way in the Steel City is T.J. Watt. The edge rusher’s season was, much like Jackson’s, derailed by injuries, but now he’s back, and with 2.5 sacks in his past three games, it seems he’s better than ever.
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The Steelers’ playoff hopes are hanging on by a thread following a comeback win over the Raiders last week. What better way to keep the playoff dream alive than beating a rival on the road?
The Sporting News is providing live updates from Steelers vs. Ravens on “Sunday Night Football.” Follow along below for highlights and results from Sunday’s AFC North clash at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
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Steelers vs. Ravens score
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | F | |
| Steelers | 3 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Ravens | 0 | 10 | – | – | – |
Steelers vs. Ravens live updates, highlights from ‘Sunday Night Football’
(All times Eastern)
9:56 p.m.: Huntley hits Andrews for another first down. That connection is getting some serious joy today.
Minkah Fitzpatrick down for the Steelers. Looks like he suffered some sort of injury after bringing Andrews down.
9:53 p.m.: Snoop opens the frame with a nice throw on the run to get the first down. He’s looking pretty comfortable when dropping back, all things considered.
End of second quarter: Ravens 10, Steelers 3
9:36 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Heyward’s error comes back to bite Pittsburgh as Huntley finds Likely in the end zone for the touchdown!
That’s LIKELY 6❗️❗️@_SNOOP1 to @DaGorilla4 ❗️
Tune in on NBC pic.twitter.com/k3lMuus0mt
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) January 2, 2023
Cam Heyward upset after that unnecessary roughness call against him leads to a Ravens TD. #Steelers pic.twitter.com/NzkkquAnlM
— Alex Kozora (@Alex_Kozora) January 2, 2023
Heyward looks outraged by the call. Something to look out for going forward. Not how you want to end the half if you’re a Pittsburgh fan.
Ravens 10, Steelers 3
9:34 p.m.: Major mistake by Steelers veteran Cameron Hayward, who picks up a flag after sharing some post-snap pleasantries with with Ronnie Stanley. That’s a new set of downs for Baltimore.
If Heyward hitting the ref here is what drew the flag, I mean, come on. He clearly gets yanked down by his jersey. #Steelers @937theFan pic.twitter.com/M8DXdxwSir
— Josh Rowntree (@JRown32) January 2, 2023
9:32 p.m.: Not a great play call by Greg Roman, for me. Misdirection on the screen play results in Isaiah Likely nabbing a pass behind the line of scrimmage. However, the Steelers read that one from a mile away, stuffing Likely behind the line of scrimmage.
Another timeout burnt by Baltimore. Only one remaining.
9:28 p.m.: Great pitch and catch between Huntley and Mark Andrews, who gets outside the pocket before firing a dart to Andrews to get yet another first down. Baltimore is inside the red zone with 30 seconds left in the frame.
9:27 p.m.: It’s Dobbins again, this time on the HB counter. Splits through the gap, gets outside and gets the first down.
Steelers having some real difficulty blotting his impact at the moment.
9:24 p.m.: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it: Dobbins continues to bust through Pittsburgh’s front seven, adding 11 more yards in two straight carries. He’s averaging six yards a pop at the moment. That certainly takes the pressure of Huntley early.
9:22 p.m.: JK Dobbins finds a hole early and keeps the chains moving with a 17 yard scamper. Ravens already on the cusp of making it into Pittsburgh territory.
9:20 p.m.: Chris Boswell doinks his 44 yard attempt of the post, keeping the game deadlocked at three. That’s a serious win for Baltimore’s defense.
9:17 p.m.: Pat Freiermuth keeps the chains moving with a calm reception in front of a swarming Kyle Hamilton.
That’s his 60th catch of the season; he now joins former Philadelphia TE Keith Jackson as the only players to accomplish the feat.
9:14 p.m.: The run play has proved fruitful for Pittsburgh so far. Already gained 101 yards on the ground, finding holes in a Ravens defense that has proved fairly proficient in stopping the run in recent weeks.
9:11 p.m.: A bit of clever play-calling by Matt Canada on second down. After a solid five-yard carry by Najee Harris, Pittsburgh switches things up, handing the ball off to Gunner Olszewski to get the first down. Decent start to drive No. 3 for the Steelers.
9:07 p.m.: Mike Tomlin’s defense comes to life after an impressive punt by Presley Harvin III, locking things up and forcing a matching three-and-out.
Pickett and company headed back on the field.
9:04 p.m.: After a pair of lengthy scoring drives to open the game for each side, things are beginning to settle a bit. Pickett took an unnecessary sack after tripping himself up while dropping back, stifling Pittsburgh’s latest possession.
The Steelers will now boot the ball back to the Ravens.
8:55 p.m.: FIELD GOAL! Justin Tucker sinks the chip shot to open the scoring for Baltimore.
Steelers 3, Ravens 3
8:53 p.m.: This game is flying by at the moment. 30 minute first quarter just came to a close. Let’s see if Tyler Huntley and company can continue to work the ball down the field.
End of first quarter: Steelers 3, Ravens 0
Steelers vs. Ravens start time
- Date: Sunday, Dec. 18
- Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
Steelers vs. Ravens will kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET from M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.