Make no mistake, the Baltimore Ravens know precisely what is in front of them on Sunday night.
After a season that could be best described as a yo-yo, the Ravens will enter the final week of the regular season with everything to play for.
A road trip to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. Win, and you claim the division and a playoff spot.
Lose, and your season ends at the hands of your bitter rival.
Success in the NFL isn't linear, and John Harbaugh is ready to walk down this path with his players on Sunday night.
“It's a great opportunity, we'll be playing a division championship game on Sunday," Harbaugh said. "That's what we're doing in last week of the season. We're excited about that, it's a meaningful thing, we've worked hard to get to this position.
"There's a lot of different paths in football, and there's a lot of different paths in life, and this is the path of the 2025 season. So, here we are and our goal is to make the most of it."
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Will Tyler Huntley start vs. Steelers?
Right now, that seems like a distinct possibility.
With Harbaugh stating that Lamar's starting status is still being determined and that Wednesday will offer more clarity, Huntley's starting status is very much in play.
After his exploits in the 41-24 win over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field (16 of 20 for 107 yards, 1 TD, 60 rushing yards), it is clear the Ravens will be happy to go into the game with Tyler.
Still, having a two-time MVP winner is a better option, but if Lamar isn't 100 percent healthy, will Baltimore risk it?
With Huntley in this form, I don't think they have to.
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