John Harbaugh’s Fire Versus Mike Tomlin’s Ice: Injuries, Predictions, Records, Weather, and Broadcast Schedule That You Shouldn’t Miss Before Steelers Face Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens have already managed to be the AFC’s top seed with a 13-3 record. They are all set to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, they are in a must-win situation at 9-7. This final-week battle of the 2023 NFL regular season isn’t just a game for the two, it’s a rivalry with high stakes.

For the Ravens, a win means knocking their archrivals out of playoff contention. And, the Steelers are on the brink of playoff exclusion, so they definitely understand the weight of this encounter. What will happen? Who is injured? Who will join the game? Let’s find out.

Ravens vs Steelers: Records, injuries and depth chart

Starting with John Harbaugh, throughout his career he has encountered both highs and lows. Harbaugh has been a driving force behind the team’s success since 2008. Not to mention, he has been the leading force behind a memorable victory in Super Bowl XLVII over the San Francisco 49ers in 2013. Heading into Super Bowl 58, the odds favor Harbaugh adding a second Super Bowl title to his already impressive resume. The starting lineup players for this game are:

WR1: Odell Beckham Jr.
WR 2: Zay Flowers
LT: Ronnie Stanley
LG: John Simpson
C: Tyler Linderbaum
RG: Kevin Zeitler
RT: Morgan Moses
TE: Isaiah Likely
QB: Lamar Jackson
FB: Patrick Ricard
RB: Gus Edwards Justice Hill

On the other hand, Mike Tomlin, head coach of the Steelers, has reinforced the team’s tradition of selective and successful coaching choices. His tenure began with record-setting strides with his recent New Year’s Eve victory over the Seahawks. He brought his career to an impressive 17 winning seasons. With the Steelers standing at 9-7 and one game left, Tomlin is on the cusp of matching the league’s all-time winning season record. Here is the starting lineup for the Steelers:

WR: Diontae Johnson
LT: Dan Moore Jr.
LG: Isaac Seumalo
C: Mason Cole
RG: James Daniels
RT: Broderick Jones
TE: Pat Freiermuth
RB: Najee Harris
FB: Connor Heyward
QB: Kenny Pickett
WR: Allen Robinson I|
WR: George Pickens

As the game approaches, it’s important to note that several standout players from both teams will be absent due to injuries.

Baltimore Ravens injury list:

Odell Beckham Jr., WR, injury status: Out
Ronald Darby, СВ, injury status: Questionable
Zay Flowers, WR, injury status: Doubtful
Kyle Hamilton, S, injury status: Questionable
Marlon Humphrey, CB, injury status: Out
Lamar Jackson, QB, injury status: Out (Rest)
Patrick Queen, LB, injury status: Healthy
Kyle Van Noy, LB, injury status: Healthy
Daryl Worley, СВ, injury status: Out
Kevin Zeitler, OG, injury status: Out
Malik Harrison, LB, injury status: Out

Pittsburgh Steelers injury list:

Najee Harris, RB, injury status: Healthy
Minkah Fitzpatrick, S, injury status: Questionable
Cameron Heyward, DT, injury status: Healthy
T.J. Watt, OLB, injury status: Healthy
Kenny Pickett, QB, injury status: Healthy

The IR of the Ravens looks heavy, but what about the weather and other details of the game?

More details about the game: venue, weather, predictions

Date and Time: Saturday, January 6, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Location: Baltimore, MD, M&T Bank Stadium
Television Broadcast: ABC, ESPN
Online Streaming Options: Sling TV, ESPN+

For the upcoming game on Saturday, early forecasts suggest a mix of snow and rain. This potentially includes sleet, between 1 and 4 p.m. Eastern Time. Later in the evening, from 4 to 8 p.m., the weather is likely to transition exclusively to rain, with a high probability of precipitation impacting the game.

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The game presents an intriguing setup with the Steelers’ Kenny Pickett. He is now healthy and is serving as the backup to starting quarterback Rudolph. For the Ravens, Tyler Huntley will be leading the charge, likely alongside their second-string unit. Despite fielding backups, the Ravens boast a record superior to the Steelers. Who do you think will win?

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