The Ravens must continue to be road warriors to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Riding a four-game road winning streak, Baltimore (7-8) will travel to historic Lambeau Field on Saturday night to face the Green Bay Packers (9-5-1).
Lamar Jackson (back) is doubtful after not practicing all week, meaning Tyler Huntley could get the start at quarterback. For the Packers, both starting quarterback Jordan Love (left shoulder/concussion) and backup Malik Willis (right shoulder/illness) are questionable after being limited on Thursday.
It's a must-win situation for the Ravens, who are in danger of missing the postseason for the first time since 2021. A loss would eliminate Baltimore from playoff contention. However, a victory would keep Baltimore in the playoff hunt, pending the outcome of Sunday's game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns.
Here's everything you need to know:
Basics
Kickoff: 8 p.m., Saturday, Lambeau Field
TV: Local, WBAL Channel 11 (Baltimore), Streaming nationally on Peacock; Noah Eagle (play-by-play), Todd Blackledge (analyst), Kathryn Tappen (sideline)
Radio: WBAL (1090 AM), 98 Rock (97.9 FM), Sirius XM Radio Ch. 83 or 227, for affiliates in your area, click here:
History
Green Bay leads the all-time series, 5-2, including a 3-1 advantage in Green Bay.
They last met in 2021 when the Packers won a 31-30 decision in Baltimore. Huntley started in place of an injured Jackson and rallied the Ravens from a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter. Huntley's 8-yard touchdown run pulled Baltimore to within one point with 42 seconds left, but Baltimore's two-point conversion attempt failed.
Baltimore will be making its first regular-season visit to Lambeau since 2017.
Stakes
A loss will eliminate the Ravens from playoff contention and will ensure their first losing season since 2021. A victory would keep Baltimore alive, at least until Sunday's Steelers-Browns game in Cleveland. The Packers received a Christmas gift on Thursday when they clinched a playoff spot by virtue of the Detroit Lions' loss to the Minnesota Vikings. The Packers can still capture the NFC North, but only if they win out and the Chicago Bears lose out.
Storylines to Know
Can the Ravens bounce back after losing control of their playoff destiny?
For the first time this season, the Ravens will take the field knowing their playoff fate isn't totally up to them. Losing an 11-point fourth-quarter lead to the New England Patriots in Week 16 was deflating, and the Ravens' resiliency will be tested again. They'll need to avoid mental and physical errors to defeat the Packers on their home turf.
Will Baltimore's defense get off the field in clutch situations?
The Packers are No. 1 in the NFL in third-down efficiency (50.3%), and Baltimore's defense couldn't get off the field in key fourth-quarter situations against the Patriots. No matter who they start at quarterback, the Packers have plenty of playmakers who can win one-on-one matchups. Baltimore's defense must rise to the occasion to come away with a victory.
Can Baltimore avoid turnovers?
The Ravens have 22 turnovers this season, the most they've had since 2021, when they had 26. Opponents know that Baltimore has been loose with the football, and the Packers will hunt opportunities for takeaways. The Ravens will find it difficult to win if they don't take better care of the football.
X-Factor Players
CB Marlon Humphrey
"Giving up the deep ball has been an inconsistency of mine this year I would say," Humphrey said after giving up nine catches for 133 yards and a touchdown in the Patriots game. Green Bay receivers Romeo Doubs, Christian Watson, Dontayvion Wicks, and Matthew Golden are all challenging matchups. Humphrey is tied for the team lead with three interceptions and has a knack for making clutch plays, but he will also be tested.
RB Derrick Henry
Henry had 128 yards rushing against New England but didn't touch the ball during the final 12 minutes. The Ravens want Keaton Mitchell to have opportunities, but over the last three games, Henry is averaging 107.3 yards on six yards per carry. If Henry is fed, there is strong reason to believe he will continue to eat.
OLB Dre'Mont Jones
Since being acquired from the Tennessee Titans in a midseason trade, Jones has been an impactful player on defense. He's making a difference as both an edge rusher and run stopper, and can line up in various spots on the front seven. The more Jones disrupts Green Bay's offense, the better Baltimore's chances.
