Sunday, January 9, 2011

Ravens playing defense like its 2001


The Ravens defense is HOT to say the least.  In their last two games the Ray Lewis lead defense has forced a jaw-dropping TEN turnovers (5 interceptions, 5 fumble recoveries).  The Steelers are coming off a well-needed bye week.  Stud, Pro Bowl defenders Troy Polamalu and Maurike Pouncey have been banged up recently, but with the bye they were able to rest up so they could give their best effort next Saturday.  The regular season series was split 1-1, and both winning teams margin was only by a mere three points.  Saturday afternoon's competition looks to be just as close, but the difference will be Joe Flacco coming off of a 265 passing yards, two touchdown, and zero interception performance.  The Ravens defense always shows up in the playoffs, but now that they have a quarterback that can make other teams pay for their turnovers, they will be one tough out.  I like the Ravens in this one to come out on top with the score 24-20.

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