The Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens face off in the NFL playoffs on Saturday, Jan. 11 at M&T Bank Stadium. The Ravens are a 9.5-point favorite over the Steelers, with a moneyline of -600 for Baltimore and +425 for Pittsburgh.
The two teams have split in their regular-season meetings, but the Ravens won their last meeting 34-17. The Steelers’ defense has struggled this season, particularly against the run, while the Ravens’ offense is led by MVP-caliber quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Several sports betting sites and experts predict a dominant performance from the Ravens. BetMGM Sportsbook lists them as a 72.2% chance to beat the Steelers, with ESPN giving them a 79% win probability. The Arizona Republic predicts a final score of Ravens 30, Steelers 16.
The game is set to be played in chilly and cloudy conditions, which could favor the Ravens’ ground game. With Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry leading the charge, it’s clear that Baltimore has the momentum and talent to take down Pittsburgh.
Bookies.com recommends betting on the Ravens to cover vs the Steelers, and Dimers predicts a final score of Ravens 27, Steelers 18. Sports Betting Dime gives the Ravens a predicted win probability of 79%, while Sportsnaut predicts a final score of Ravens 27, Steelers 17.
Ultimately, it’s up to the Steelers’ defense to stop the Ravens’ high-powered offense. But with the Ravens on a four-game winning streak and Lamar Jackson leading the charge, it’s hard to see Pittsburgh pulling off an upset.
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