Ravens Aim for AFC North Title as Browns Close Disappointing Season
Baltimore needs a win against Cleveland to secure the division, while Myles Garrett chases the NFL sack title.
- The Baltimore Ravens (11-5) will secure the AFC North title with a win over the Cleveland Browns (3-13) on Saturday, while a loss could open the door for the Pittsburgh Steelers to claim the division.
- Cleveland's Bailey Zappe will make his first start of the season, becoming the Browns' 40th starting quarterback since 1999, after injuries derailed the team's QB depth chart.
- Myles Garrett, tied for the NFL lead with 14 sacks, has a chance to become the league's single-season sack champion, a first for the Browns franchise.
- Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, a leading MVP candidate, is on the verge of historic statistical milestones, including potentially becoming the first player to throw for 4,000 yards and rush for 800 yards in a season.
- The Browns' season has been marked by injuries and underperformance, leaving veteran guard Joel Bitonio frustrated and contemplating his future in the NFL.