Whenever the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens get together, the game becomes appointment television for any NFL fan. Few teams have enjoyed success like these two franchises have this millennium, combining for five Super Bowl appearances and countless memorable moments. The rivalry is laced with intensity and won't be any different this year, with both teams entering at 5-3.
‘Sunday Night Football’ live stream: How to watch Ravens vs. Steelers 2014 online
One of the best rivalries in football gets rejuvenated on Sunday, under the lights at Heinz Field.
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Pittsburgh is seeking revenge after being blown out 26-6 on Thursday Night Football by Baltimore in Week 2. The Steelers were sloppy that evening, losing three turnovers and committing nine penalties in the rout. Since then, Pittsburgh has been uneven but is coming off a convincing 51-34 pounding of the Indianapolis Colts. Ben Roethlisberger stole the show, throwing for 522 yards and six touchdowns. The offense has been the Steelers strength this season, led by Le'Veon Bell. Bell has amassed 691 rushing and 399 receiving yards, putting himself alongside LeSean McCoy and Jamaal Charles as elite dual threats.
Baltimore has been able to dominate its opponents unless they wear stripes. The Ravens are 5-1 against every team except the Bengals, who have defeated John Harbaugh's team twice. Similar to Pittsburgh, the offense has been reliable. With Dennis Pitta sidelined with a hip injury, Joe Flacco has been very reliant on his receivers and has found stability in Steve Smith. After 13 seasons with the Carolina Panthers, Smith has been prolific for the Ravens, reeling in 41 receptions for 675 yards. Last week, Smith was limited to three catches and 35 yards after having a potential game-winning touchdown called back on offensive pass interference.
How to Watch
Where: Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pa.
When: 8:25 p.m. ET
TV: NBC
Announcers: Al Michaels, Cris Collinsworth
Online streaming: Verizon NFL Mobile | NBCSports.com
Odds
Baltimore is favored by one point, with an over/under of 48 points, per OddsShark.
Further Reading
For more on the Ravens, check out Baltimore Beatdown.
To keep up on the Steelers, head over to Behind The Steel Curtain.
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