<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a> and the Baltimore Ravens have been through the wringer in the 2025 NFL season. With the two-time MVP battling injuries all year long, John Harbaugh’s side has struggled to be consistent and the 7-8 record clearly reflects that. Now, reports suggest the two sides aren’t seeing eye-to-eye, and there is one organization who could be poised to make a move for the South Florida native.



Coming off a 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season in which many fans believe Jackson was snubbed of his third career MVP award—and a back-to-back honor—Lamar has been underwhelming in 2025. The former first-round selection has been in and out of the lineup due to injuries, and that has truly tested Baltimore’s patience. 



According to reports, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a> are now running short on tolerance for their quarterback’s shortcomings. Jackson has his fair share of reproaches toward the franchise as well. Apparently, the two sides are closer than ever to going at each other’s throats, as they can’t find common ground in contract renegotiations. With chaos looming on the horizon, a report suggests Jackson has one preferred destination in the NFL: the Miami Dolphins.



“The Ravens should look at possible trades, which could net them two or three first-round draft picks. Jackson, a South Florida native, would love to play in Miami, where quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is no longer the starter,” as reported by The Baltimore Sun’s Mike Preston.



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<h2>Miami is in need of a QB</h2>



The Phins have long flirted with him but could really use a bona fide franchise quarterback right now. Tua Tagovailoa’s days as an NFL starter are seemingly numbered. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-dolphins">Miami</a> will test out Quinn Ewers in the final weeks of the season, but the Texas Longhorns alumni hasn’t looked like a long-term answer.


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Adding Jackson to the equation might solve many issues for Mike McDaniel and the Dolphins, but it would bring other troubles of its own. Mainly, the Phins would have to figure out a way to allocate both Jackson’s $74.5 million cap hit in the 2026 season and Tagovailoa’s $54.6 million. 



Needless to say, that’d be downright impossible unless the Ravens and Dolphins agree to help out one another—which would virtually drown both teams in cap penalties—or they get some help from a third party in the league.

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During Week 16, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> head coach John Harbaugh sparked frustration among fans after choosing to keep Derrick Henry on the sideline during the closing moments of the game against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a>. Now, Harbaugh has explained the reasoning behind that controversial decision.



In the final quarter against New England, the Ravens had two possessions with a chance to secure the victory. Surprisingly, Harbaugh did not use <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/derrick-henry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Derrick Henry</a> at all, despite him being one of the team’s most impactful weapons. According to the head coach, the decision was based on the team’s depth at the running back position.



“Well, we have a rotation,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> said on Tuesday, via transcript from the team. “The rotation is Derrick [Henry] and Keaton [Mitchell] are our first- and second-down backs. We came to that in the last few weeks and made sure that on all those plays, it was one of those two guys.



“And that [in] obvious pass [situations] was third-down only, for Rasheen [Ali], which I think he had nine plays on. Then, the rotation was two to one, as far as starting the series off, and depending on how long the series goes, Derrick gets four or five – three, four, five runs, and he’s ready — he needs a break. So, Keaton comes in or vice versa.“



<h2>Derrick Henry hasn’t met expectations this season</h2>



While Derrick Henry remains one of the league’s most powerful and physically dominant running backs, the reality is that the Ravens expected more consistency from him this season.



Against the Patriots, Henry finished with 128 rushing yards and two touchdowns—numbers that appear impressive on paper. However, ball security continues to be a concern. Early in the game, Henry lost a fumble after picking up a first down, halting a promising drive deep in Patriots territory.


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At the time, Baltimore held a 7–0 lead and was in position to potentially extend it with another touchdown or at least a field goal. Instead, the turnover shifted momentum and kept New England within reach.



Although the game ultimately came down to a single possession, the Ravens could have been playing from a much more comfortable position. A potential 14–0 advantage early on may have dramatically changed the outcome.



<h2>Are the Ravens eliminated from the 2026 playoffs?</h2>



Despite the loss to New England, the Ravens are not officially eliminated from playoff contention. However, their path to the postseason has become increasingly difficult.



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Baltimore currently sits as the No. 9 seed in the AFC. Its only realistic route to the playoffs is winning the AFC North. To make that happen, the Ravens would need the Steelers to lose to the Cleveland Browns in Week 17, defeat the Packers on Saturday and then get the victory against Pittsburgh in Week 18.

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John Harbaugh delivers key injury update on Lamar Jackson after Ravens’ SNF loss against Patriots

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Once again, Lamar Jackson made headlines not for his on-field play, but for a new injury. In what ended as a home loss to the New England Patriots, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a>’ starting quarterback was unable to finish the Week 16 “Sunday Night Football” game due to a hard hit to his back.



This episode is just one of several that Jackson has unfortunately endured this season, causing him to miss key games. His frustration at not being able to help his teammates as much as he wanted is evident in his post-SNF comments.



“Yes, it’s (expletive), bro. I can’t control that,” he said via <a href="https://www.patriots.com/news/baltimore-ravens-postgame-quotes-12-21">transcript from the Patriots.</a> “I’m on the ground. I’m down. I gave myself up. I got kneed in the back, but yes, for the most part, you can say that, because [I’m] getting injured, and then we’re fighting for a chance to make the playoffs. I can’t finish the game with my guys. It’s (expletive).”



He also added: “My legs felt great. I just got kneed in the back in the red zone. I just couldn’t finish the game. I was trying. I [got] a Toradol shot and stuff like that, but it still didn’t get [any] better.



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“I’m mad, because I felt like the game was in our favor. Don’t get me wrong, my brother [Huntly] got out there — it still was in our favor — but I can’t control that. I wish I could. I can’t control it.”



<h2>Lamar Jackson’s numbers this season</h2>


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Despite being hampered by persistent injuries, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a> has remained efficient in his 12 games for the Ravens this season. The two-time MVP has completed 63.7 percent of his passes for 2,311 yards, recording 18 touchdowns against only six interceptions. 



While various ailments have limited his signature mobility—resulting in just 340 rushing yards and two scores on the ground—Jackson’s poise in the pocket has kept Baltimore competitive in a demanding AFC North race.

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The home loss to the New England Patriots may have been a bit more painful than it initially seemed. Not only did the Baltimore Ravens miss the chance to stay in the division race, but John Harbaugh also witnessed <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a> leave the field injured once again this season.



The quarterback’s fall on the field may not have looked dramatic, but it was enough to force Jackson to head to the locker room, visibly frustrated and disappointed at having to leave his teammates during a crucial moment of the game.



After the loss to the Patriots, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">Harbaugh</a> spoke to the media in a press conference and revealed that, while he noticed a significant bruise on Jackson’s back, the team plans to conduct a more thorough evaluation to determine the next steps.



“It’s a bruise of some kind, I think. I don’t know how serious it’ll be,” the HC said. “We’ll have to find out in the next couple of days. He got kneed in the back on the ground there.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Lamar Jackson is questionable to return vs. the Patriots with a back injury. (📺: NBC) <a href="https://t.co/eLdY6ma7CW">pic.twitter.com/eLdY6ma7CW</a>— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) <a href="https://twitter.com/SportsCenter/status/2002932642702897578?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



“I really don’t have a word on it now,” he also added. “It’s just early. Haven’t gotten anything definitive from the trainers or doctors yet. I don’t know. Probably [will] know more tomorrow or the next day.”



<h2>A season marred by injuries for Jackson</h2>


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Unfortunately, Jackson’s season has made more headlines for his injuries than for what the talented player could have accomplished on the field. His latest episode against the Patriots is not the only one to have affected the quarterback during this campaign.



This latest setback adds to a long list of ailments this year, including a hamstring strain that sidelined him for three games, as well as various knee, ankle, toe, and illness designations that have hampered his consistency and the Ravens’ playoff hopes.



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<h2>Are the Ravens eliminated from the playoffs?</h2>



Despite the home loss to the Patriots and the Steelers’ earlier win over the Lions, the Baltimore Ravens are not yet eliminated from the playoffs. With just two games remaining, the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a> lists their chances of reaching the postseason at 11%. Small? Yes—but they’re still clinging to that hope.



The main issue for the Ravens isn’t their playoff odds, but the games ahead that they absolutely must win. In Week 17, they’ll travel to Lambeau Field to face the Packers, and in the final week, they’ll visit Acrisure Stadium to take on the Steelers. Two tough matchups that will ultimately determine the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a>’ fate.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England Patriots</a> defeated the Baltimore Ravens 28–24 on Sunday Night Football, a result that significantly reshaped the AFC standings and clarified the playoff picture following Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season. The win strengthened New England’s position near the top of the conference while placing additional pressure on Baltimore in the AFC North race.



New England entered the weekend needing a response after missing an opportunity to clinch both a playoff spot and the AFC East in Week 15 against Buffalo. By earning a road victory in Baltimore, the Patriots secured a postseason berth and maintained full control of their playoff destiny, even though the division title remains mathematically unsettled.



With the win, the Patriots improved to 11–3 and stayed atop the AFC East. Buffalo remains within one game in the standings, but New England continues to hold the edge due to a stronger divisional record. With remaining matchups against the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins, the Patriots position themselves to clinch the division by winning out.



From Baltimore’s perspective, the loss proved costly. The Ravens fell to 7–8 and now are two games behind the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC North. While they were not eliminated from playoff contention, the margin for error narrowed significantly with only two games left in the regular season.



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<h2>Tiebreaker implications</h2>



The outcome did not carry direct tiebreaker implications between the Patriots and Ravens, as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore</a> could not catch New England in the standings. However, the result played an important role in New England’s broader race for AFC seeding, including an outside chance at the No. 1 seed.


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If the season ended after Week 16, the Patriots would hold the No. 2 seed and host the Houston Texans in the Wild Card round. That potential matchup would immediately test New England against one of the league’s most physical defenses, while the Denver Broncos remain in position for the conference’s lone first-round bye.



As the regular season entered its final stretch, New England’s win in Baltimore stood out as one of the most consequential results of the weekend. The victory locked in a playoff spot and kept larger ambitions alive for the Patriots, while the Ravens face increasing urgency with their <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> postseason hopes hanging in the balance.



<h2>AFC standings (after Week 16)</h2>



<ol><li>Denver Broncos (12–3), AFC West leaders</li><li>New England Patriots (11–3), AFC East leaders</li><li>Jacksonville Jaguars (11–4), AFC South leaders</li><li>Pittsburgh Steelers (9–6), AFC North leaders</li><li>Los Angeles Chargers (11–4), first wild card</li><li>Buffalo Bills (11–4), second wild card</li><li>Houston Texans (10–5), third wild card</li><li>Indianapolis Colts (8–6)</li><li>Baltimore Ravens (7–7)</li></ol>



<h2>Current AFC playoff picture</h2>



Division leaders



<ul><li>Broncos (12–3), clinched playoff spot and control the No. 1 seed</li><li>Patriots (11–3), AFC East leaders, playoff berth secured</li><li>Jaguars (11–4), AFC South leaders</li><li>Steelers (9–6), AFC North leaders</li></ul>



Wild cards



<ol start="5"><li>Chargers (11–4)</li><li>Bills (11–4)</li><li>Texans (10–5)</li></ol>



With two weeks remaining, the AFC race remains fluid at the top, but New England’s victory over Baltimore ensures the Patriots stay firmly at the center of the conference’s playoff picture heading into the final push toward the postseason.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a> took one of those awkward, painful hits more commonly associated with running backs going down, and according to Adam Schefter, he was listed as questionable to return against the New England Patriots due to a back injury. Television cameras later showed Jackson on the sideline visibly in discomfort as he dealt with the pain.



On the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a>’ quarterback depth chart, the available option to step in while Jackson remained questionable is Tyler Huntley, who entered the game as Jackson headed to the locker room before the end of the first half.



After the game, Lamar Jackson did not hold back. “I gave myself up and I got kneed in the back. We’re fighting for a chance to make the playoffs. I can’t finish the game with my guys. It’s BS,” the quarterback told reporters in a video shared by Jamison Hensley.



<h2>Ravens playoff outlook</h2>



The situation could become far more complicated for the Baltimore Ravens without Jackson. They lost to the Patriots and now must rely on results from other teams to keep their playoff hopes alive, if that kind of miracle is still possible with a 7–8 record.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Lamar Jackson injury. Looks like possibly a Rib injury, we don’t know. He has now left the game 💔 <a href="https://t.co/LYnToBE9Iu">pic.twitter.com/LYnToBE9Iu</a>— SM Highlights (@SMHighlights1) <a href="https://twitter.com/SMHighlights1/status/2002931374526022125?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



“Lamar Jackson said ‘it’s the goal’ to play Saturday at Green Bay but added that he will get further testing tomorrow to determine his status. Jackson was grimacing in pain trying to bend to put on his shoes and socks in the locker room,” Hensley reported.


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The Ravens have a narrow path to the postseason, with the AFC North title standing as their only route into the playoffs. Due to head-to-head tiebreakers with the Houston Texans, Baltimore cannot qualify as a wild card, leaving the Ravens in full must-win mode over the final two weeks of the regular season.



To stay alive, Baltimore must win both remaining games and get help from the Cleveland Browns, who need to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 17. A loss by the Ravens at any point would end their playoff hopes, and a Steelers win over Cleveland would clinch the division outright.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a> are chasing a critical victory in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season when they face the New England Patriots, a matchup that carries major postseason implications for both teams. With the playoffs drawing closer, the Ravens are looking to strengthen their position, while the Patriots are equally desperate for a result that keeps their outlook favorable in a tightening AFC race.



Baltimore entered the week coming off a dominant 24-0 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. The Ravens, sitting at 7-7, remain in a must-win situation with three regular-season games left, as they trail the Pittsburgh Steelers by one game in the AFC North standings. Quarterback Lamar Jackson led an offense that showed renewed balance, supported by running back Derrick Henry and a defense that controlled the game from start to finish.



On the other side, the Patriots are still reeling from a missed opportunity in Week 15. New England blew a 21-0 first-half lead and went into halftime up 24-7, only to collapse in a loss to the Buffalo Bills. Quarterback Drake Maye struggled to protect the advantage late, while the defense failed to slow Josh Allen when it mattered most.



Historically, the Ravens have faced a tough challenge against the Patriots. New England leads the all-time series 11-5, including the playoffs, and holds a narrow 3-2 edge in games played in Baltimore. The rivalry has produced several defining moments, most notably Baltimore’s 28-13 win in the 2012 AFC Championship Game, a victory that paved the way for the Ravens’ second Super Bowl title.



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<h2>What happens if Ravens lose vs Patriots?</h2>



Despite the pressure, the Ravens still control much of their postseason destiny. They could capture a third straight AFC North title by winning out, but a loss to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England</a> would significantly damage their playoff hopes and push a roster built to contend closer to the brink of elimination.


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Baltimore could afford to drop one of its next two games and still reach the postseason. If the Steelers lose to either the Detroit Lions or the Cleveland Browns, the Ravens could fall to either the Patriots or the Green Bay Packers and remain alive in the race.



If Pittsburgh loses while Baltimore wins, the Ravens’ Week 17 trip to Green Bay would become largely irrelevant in terms of the AFC North title. Any outcome there would still set up a decisive, win-or-go-home showdown in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Week 18 between the Ravens and Steelers, with the division and a playoff berth on the line.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England Patriots</a> face the Baltimore Ravens in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season, a matchup that carries major postseason implications for both teams. New England enters the game seeking a victory that could prove vital to securing a playoff spot and maintaining control of the AFC East race as the regular season reaches its decisive stretch.



The Patriots missed a prime opportunity to clinch the division in Week 15. After racing out to a 21–0 lead in the first half and heading into the locker room up 24–7, New England allowed momentum to swing and ultimately fell to the Buffalo Bills, a loss that tightened the standings at the top of the AFC East.



As a result, the Patriots cannot clinch the division title this weekend. At 11–3, they hold only a one-game edge over Buffalo, which keeps the race very much alive. However, New England can still secure a playoff berth in Week 16, making this matchup against Baltimore especially significant.



On the other sideline, the Ravens come in with renewed confidence. Baltimore earned a 24–0 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals last week, snapping a two-game skid and keeping their postseason hopes alive. With its defense regaining form and momentum building, the Ravens also view this game as must-win territory.



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<h2>What happens if the Patriots lose against the Ravens tonight?</h2>



Even with a loss to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore</a>, the Patriots would remain atop the AFC East and in a strong position to win the division title. The Bills defeated the Cleveland Browns, so both the Patriots and the Bills would be tied at 11–4 with two <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> games remaining. New England would still hold first place based on a superior divisional record, as the Patriots currently stand at 3–1 in AFC East games compared to Buffalo’s 3–2 mark.


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As long as New England wins its final two games to finish 13–4, the Patriots would clinch the division even if the Bills also win out. That scenario underscores why, despite last week’s setback, the Patriots continue to control their destiny heading into a pivotal Week 16 showdown with the Ravens.



New England’s final two games come against the New York Jets and the Miami Dolphins, both divisional opponents, giving the Patriots direct control over their path to the title.

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Mike Vrabel is set to reunite with Derrick Henry when the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> face the Baltimore Ravens. Now rivals, the two once knew each other better than anyone during their time together in Tennessee.



Not long ago, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-vrabel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vrabel</a> was the head coach of the Tennessee Titans, with Henry leading the offense on the ground. This week, they meet again under very different circumstances, with Vrabel warning his Patriots players about exactly what the Ravens’ star running back is capable of.



“It is a huge challenge,” Vrabel said this week about stopping <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/derrick-henry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Henry</a>, via a transcript from the team. “He’s a very unique player. Great speed, great power, strength. He’s just a different body type than what anybody would go against, and so it’s unique in that regard. They do a very nice job with their scheme, different personnel groups, different run plan and styles of run, and different run actions. So again, we know what he’s about. Build speed and stiff arm and all that other stuff.”



<h2>A different season for Vrabel and Henry</h2>



Mike Vrabel is firmly in the conversation for Coach of the Year after orchestrating a remarkable turnaround with the Patriots. On the other hand, Derrick Henry and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> have struggled far more than expected this season.



New England currently leads the AFC East with an 11–3 record and still has a path to the No. 1 seed in the conference, depending on how the Denver Broncos finish the season. Vrabel has clearly transformed a franchise that had been searching for direction since Tom Brady’s departure.



Baltimore’s situation is far less comfortable. The Ravens sit outside the playoff picture, but their final regular-season matchup against the Steelers could determine the AFC North champion and decide whether they reach the postseason.


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<h2>Derrick Henry’s production raises concerns</h2>



At 31 years old, questions about Derrick Henry’s future have begun to surface. His production this season has been solid but not dominant, fueling speculation about a potential decline.



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With three games remaining, Henry has logged 233 carries for 1,125 yards and 10 touchdowns. However, three costly fumbles in critical moments have hurt Baltimore’s chances and raised concerns about his reliability in high-leverage situations.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> left the Cincinnati Bengals in zero points in Week 15. After this dominant win, the AFC North is now looking more defined as a two-team race when it comes to the divisional title.



This is the AFC North standings right now:



<ol><li>Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6)</li><li>Baltimore Ravens (7-7)</li><li><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a> (4-10)</li><li>Cleveland Browns (3-11)</li></ol>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers</a> are yet to play their Week 15 game, which will be a Monday Night Football primetime game at home against the 6-7 Dolphins. For Baltimore, they need to pray that those Dolphins beat the Steelers to stay within distance. If that happens, the Steelers are still atop because of the tiebreaker, but the teams will face once again in Week 18, so the Ravens would be very alive.



<h2>The Steelers losing is not as far-fetched as it looks</h2>



Being at home against a team with a losing record should make things easier. However, there are two things to consider. One, the Steelers usually not win anything easy, all games are tight. Second, the Dolphins know how to run the ball and the Steelers are not having a great time stopping the run.



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The Steelers have allowed over 200 rushing yards the last two games. To make it worse, they won’t have star edge rusher TJ Watt, who suffered a collapsed lung in the middle of the week. 



<h2>The Ohio teams are eliminated</h2>



Both Ohio teams in the AFC North are already looking for places to go and have their vacations. Both the Browns and Bengals have no chances to go to the playoffs, even if they win out the remaining games on their schedules.



Hence, this is a two-team race for the AFC North and the playoff spot. It’s going to be either the Ravens or the Steelers. Curiously enough, both teams are alive and have long-tenured coaches that might leave, even if they qualify for the playoffs.

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It was too much to ask. After a horrendous season, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a> needed to win out their schedule post their bye, and they just lost to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 15 after a dysmal performance. 



With this loss, the Bengals are eliminated and won’t go to the playoffs. Mathematically, it’s impossible for them to win the AFC North, and that’s the only way they could have qualified for the postseason.



The Bengals didn’t score a single point during the game. It’s not like they were facing a tough defense. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> have the 24th-ranked defense in football, yet the Bengals couldn’t produce.



<h2>What does this mean for the Ravens?</h2>



As for the Ravens, their playoff chances increased to 44% and they’ll have to wait on the Steelers game on Monday Night Football to see how the divisional standings play out, but with the win, they put huge pressure on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh</a>.



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The Ravens haven’t been good and are a very flawed team, but they must go to the playoffs. If not, the team would surely reconsider plenty of stuff, including a possible head coach change.


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<h2>The AFC North has been wildly disappointing</h2>



Usually a very competitive and strong division, the AFC North has just been competitive this year. However, it’s a close division because of how bad the teams have looked. As of now, being one game over .500 is the best you can find in the division.



At the beginning of the year, the Bengals and the Ravens were Super Bowl contenders, and the Steelers were poised for a huge season with Aaron Rodgers’ arrival. Now, any of the teams that win this division are looked like a possible one-and-done in the playoffs.

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The uncertainty among <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> fans is palpable. Their team hasn’t delivered stellar performances during the regular season, and with just three games remaining, they’re desperately hoping for a miracle to clinch a playoff spot. Their first challenge on this crucial path is facing the Cincinnati Bengals.



If the Ravens lose to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bengals</a> this weekend in the 2025 NFL Week 15, their playoff chances plummet to a mere 17%. They’ll have to await the outcomes of other games, as these results could either bolster or further diminish their playoff prospects.



In this pressure-laden scenario, the Ravens will rely heavily on quarterback Lamar Jackson. He’s been pivotal in positively shifting the team’s mindset after a challenging start to the season, and he remains key to solidifying its chances for the remaining games.



Conversely, the Bengals must consider various scenarios that could pave their way to the postseason. Their fanbase is particularly anxious <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/what-happens-if-bengals-lose-to-ravens-today-in-week-15-of-2025-nfl-season" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">about the consequences of a loss to the Ravens</a>, dreading a repeat of last season’s disappointments.



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<h2>Ravens face uncertainty with three key players against Bengals</h2>



Among the roster concerns for Baltimore, three players have emerged as pivotal uncertainties for fans. According to the latest injury report on <a href="https://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/injury-report/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the team’s official website</a>, the Ravens have listed the following players as questionable:


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<ul><li>Rashod Bateman – WR</li><li>Tavius Robinson – OLB</li><li>Ar’Darius Washington – S</li></ul>



With these players’ statuses up in the air, the fanbase anxiously anticipates the rest of the roster stepping up against the Bengals, hoping for a victory that will keep playoff dreams alive.

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A key development in the current NFL regular season is that no organization has yet secured a playoff berth. Meanwhile, several teams have been eliminated from postseason contention, and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals</a> and Baltimore Ravens are still on the race for securing a spot in the playoffs.



The significance of this Week 15 matchup is immense for both fanbases. If the Bengals lose to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> today, their hopes for playoff contention will be effectively crushed.



A loss would give the Bengals less than a 1% chance of making the playoffs, compared to a 2% chance if they secure a victory today. A win would lift their hopes slightly, boosting their playoff odds to a mere 5%.



Although the Bengals face uncertainty in their quest to climb the standings and reach the playoffs, other factors must also align among teams vying for a postseason spot in this <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season.



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<h2>Two Bengals players expected to be sidelined today</h2>



With some concerns from fans regarding player availability, recent injury report reveal uncertainty about the status of a few players. Notably, two players will be missed for this game due to varying issues.


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Tee Higgins will be sidelined due to a concussion, as well as Shemar Stewart who is dealing with a knee injury, posing a significant challenge for Cincinnati in Week 15 in the NFL.



<h2>The Bengals face an additional challenge</h2>



Over and above their current performance and potential roster constraints, the Bengals confront a challenging situation with a key player. Joe Burrow has expressed concerns about his status for the game and his future in the NFL.



“If I want to keep doing this, I have to have fun doing it. I have been through a lot. If it’s not fun, then what am I doing it for?“ Burrow shared with the media during a press conference ahead of the critical game against the Ravens.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a> secured his first win in the storied rivalry between the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> and the Baltimore Ravens, an epic 27-22 victory in which the defense was key, stopping a late push by Lamar Jackson.



During an interview with CBS, the veteran admitted that, as often happens in divisional games, you always have to know how to suffer. “In this rivalry games, it always come down to the fourth quarter. There were times that we felt like we got up two scores we can push this thing and run away with it, but, that’s not the way it goes in this division. I’m proud of our guys. Defense came up with a couple of really good stops.”



Now, the Steelers once again have hope of reaching the playoffs and, why not, becoming a dark horse on the road to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a>. The first objective has been achieved: taking control of their destiny by reclaiming the lead in the AFC North.



<h2>Do the Steelers control their destiny to make the playoffs?</h2>



Yes. The Steelers control their own destiny to secure a playoff berth. If they win their four remaining games (Dolphins, Lions, Browns, and Ravens), they will be AFC North champions and will have a home game in the Wild Card round.


 

 


<h2>Will Steelers fire Mike Tomlin after this season?</h2>



No. The Steelers are not going to fire Mike Tomlin and, according to a report from Ian Rapoport, a win in Baltimore would erase any doubts about the head coach’s future. That has finally happened.


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For that reason, Rodgers admitted they have overcome a very difficult week with pressure from fans and the media. “It’s been an up and down season for all of us. A lot of people questioning us for the last week or so. So, to come here in a hostile environment, as the underdog, and take the lead in the division is really special.”



<h2>What are the AFC North standings? </h2>



The Steelers are in first place in the AFC North standings with a 7-6 record, while the Baltimore Ravens dropped to second at 6-7. The Bengals have fallen behind after their loss in Buffalo (4-9), and the Browns are at the bottom at 3-10.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> and the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off in a key divisional matchup. Following their duel, a lot changed in the AFC North standings and the 2025 NFL Playoff picture.



Week 14 featured a historic AFC North rivalry between the Ravens and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers</a>. Both teams entered the game needing a win, as a loss would directly impact their playoff chances.



Neither Baltimore nor Pittsburgh has been outstanding this season. However, both remain in playoff contention, and the outcome of their Week 14 matchup significantly changed the outlook for each club.



<h2>AFC North standings after Week 14</h2>



All AFC North teams played during the first window of Week 14. Due to the results of each game, especially the Ravens loss’ to the Steelers, several changes occurred in the division standings.



<ol><li>Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6)</li><li>Baltimore Ravens (6-7)</li><li>Cincinnati Bengals (4-9)</li><li>Cleveland Browns (3-10)</li></ol>



<h2>Playoff picture after Ravens vs. Steelers Week 14 game</h2>


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With the Ravens losing to the Steelers, Baltimore surrendered its spot as the AFC North leader. Pittsburgh reclaimed the division lead, improving to a 7-6 record after Week 14.



With some Week 14 games still remaining, the AFC Playoff picture currently looks like this:



Divisional Round



<ul><li>1st Seed – New England Patriots</li></ul>



Wild Card Round



<ul><li>Indianapolis Colts (7th) at Denver Broncos (2nd)</li><li>Los Angeles Chargers (6th) at Jacksonville Jaguars (3rd)</li><li>Buffalo Bills (5th) at Pittsburgh Steelers (4th)</li></ul>

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