Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 9

Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 9: 4 stats to know - Aaron KasinitzTurnovers usually provide the winning edge in close games. The Steelers have a minus-3 turnover differential this season while the Ravens are minus-4.Projected final win totals for 2018: Rams Cheap C.J. Mosley Jersey , Chiefs riding high - Cynthia FrelundThese simulations project the Steelers to earn 8.9 wins, the Bengals 8.7 and the Browns to finish with 6.4 wins. NFL evaluators make picks on Week 9’s best games - Mike SandoThe Ravens may not be able to take advantage of Pittsburgh’s vulnerable pass defense if their best blockers are unable to suit up. Tackles Ronnie Stanley and James Hurst missed practice for the second consecutive day on Thursday with ankle and back injuries, respectively.Ravens DC: Stats say Steelers better sans Le’Veon Bell - Kevin PatraWith or without Bell, the Ravens top rated defense will meet the Steelers top-5 offense on Sunday. It was an eventful opening Sunday for the AFC North. The Ravens dominated the Bills and earned a 47-3 victory. Cincinnati outlasted the Colts to move to 1-0. The Steelers and Browns, in the first divisional matchup of the year, ended in a 21-21 tie. Cleveland continues to search for their first victory since 2016. Ravens defeat Buffalo Bills: 47-3 Dynamic passing attackBaltimore was easily the most impressive team from the division in Week 1, and perhaps the entire league. They dominated the Bills on both sides of the ball, holding them to only a field goal in four quarters while scoring a whopping 47 points of their own. Led by Joe Flacco, the Ravens passing attack was decisive. Seven different receivers caught at least three passes, highlighted by Willie Snead IV, John Brown and Michael Crabtree - all of which caught touchdown passes. The tight ends were also involved early and often. Nick Boyle got the start and secured three catches for 40 yards on the opening drive. Maxx Williams and Mark Andrews each caught three passes as well. It was a balanced attack across the board Womens Justin Tucker Jersey , an encouraging sign for the Ravens’ retooled crop of offensive playmakers.Sound defensive play The defense did not miss a beat, continuing their impressive play from the preseason. They held the Bills to just 153 total yards of offense. Four different players recorded sacks, including two from cornerback Tavon Young. As a team, the Ravens recorded six sacks. They also snagged two interceptions; one from Tony Jefferson and the other from Brandon Carr. Buffalo recorded just 10 first downs on the day, all of which came in the second half. The Bills also converted just three of 15 third-down conversions. C.J Mosley, Maurice Canady and Za’Darius Smith tied for the team-lead in tackles with five a piece. Bengals defeat Colts: 34-23Joe Mixon’s impressive performance Sophomore running back Joe Mixon, who many believe could take a significant leap this season, got off to a strong start in 2018. Albeit it came against the Colts porous rush defense, Mixon rushed for 95 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries. Mixon also made an impact as a receiver, catching five passes for 54 yards. Giovanni Bernard was expected to play a significant role in the backfield this season, but if Sunday was any indication Joe Flacco Jersey , Mixon will occupy a workhorse role this year. Bernard was given just two carries and caught his only target for 11 yards. It was an overall impressive outing for the second-year Oklahoma product. Big fourth quarter erases deficit The Bengals entered the fourth quarter down 23-17, but shut out the Colts in the final frame while scoring 17 unanswered points. A Joe Mixon touchdown run at the goal line capped off a seven-play, 55 yard drive midway through the fourth put the Bengals up 24-23. A field goal on the next drive made extended the lead to four points. Andrew Luck looked primed to lead a game-winning drive. However, with just under a minute left, tight end Jack Doyle fumbled the ball after recording a catch over the middle of the field. Safety Clayton Fejedelem returned the fumble 83 yards for a touchdown. Steelers and Browns tie: 21-21 Life without Le’Veon Bell In the first game without All-Pro running back Le’Veon Bell, the Steelers offense largely did not miss a beat. Second-year back James Connor, who got the start in place of Bell, produced a big performance. Connor rushed for 135 yards and two touchdowns on 31 carries. He also caught 5 catches for 57 yards. Antonio Brown was his usual self, catching 9 passes for 93 yards and a touchdown. JuJu Smith-Schuster also had a productive day, recording 119 receiving yards. While he threw for 335 yards, Roethlisberger was extremely careless with the ball. He threw three interceptions and lost two fumbles Youth John Brown Jersey , which proved costly. Several Pittsburgh drives were thwarted by Roethlisberger turnovers, leaving points off the board. New-look Browns show improvement Although they ultimately failed to earn a victory, the Browns came close to pulling off a significant upset. If not for a blocked field goal attempt at the end of overtime, Cleveland would be 1-0. Regardless, they showed promise. Tyrod Taylor had an up-and-down debut, evidenced by his 15/40 passing and costly interception at the end of the fourth quarter. However, he ultimately made some throws put the Browns in a position to win.Taylor led the Browns in rushing yards with 77 on just eight carries. Jarvis Landry caught seven passes for 106 yards, leading the receiving corps with Josh Gordon on a limited snap count. Myles Garrett recorded six tackles and two sacks on defense.