The Pittsburgh Steelers (8-7-1) and Baltimore Ravens (8-8) face off in Week 18 with playoff implications on the line. The Ravens enter as 5-point home favorites in this crucial AFC North matchup.

The Steelers gained momentum with a Monday Night Football win over Cleveland, likely Ben Roethlisberger's final home game. To make the playoffs, Pittsburgh needs:

• A win over Baltimore
• Colts loss to Jaguars
• No tie in Raiders-Chargers game

The Ravens have lost 5 straight after starting 8-3. Their playoff path requires:

• Win over Pittsburgh
• Losses by Chargers and Colts
• Loss or tie by Dolphins

Key Factors:

• Lamar Jackson's status (questionable with ankle injury)
• Pittsburgh's struggling offense and aging Roethlisberger
• Ravens' defense vs Steelers' playmakers (Najee Harris, Diontae Johnson)

The Ravens' defensive performance against Pittsburgh's limited offense could decide this rivalry game. While Baltimore is favored, Pittsburgh has emotional motivation in potentially Roethlisberger's final NFL game.

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