Week 10 in the NFL kicks off from M&T Bank Stadium on Thursday night as the Baltimore Ravens take on the Cincinnati Bengals. The Ravens, with a 6-3 record, have been on a hot streak, winning six of their last seven games after a rocky start to the season. On the other hand, the Bengals struggled early on with a 1-4 record but have bounced back with three wins in the past month.
In their previous meeting earlier this season, the Ravens narrowly defeated the Bengals in an exciting game that went into overtime. Baltimore managed to secure the win with a field goal after a missed opportunity by the Bengals. With such a thrilling prior matchup, fans can expect another intense game this time around.
When the Bengals have possession, quarterback Joe Burrow will look to build on his solid performance last week, where he threw five touchdowns in a victory over Las Vegas. He will likely target star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, who had a standout game against the Ravens in their previous meeting with 10 catches for 193 yards and two touchdowns.
However, the Bengals might be without receiver Tee Higgins due to injury, which could impact their offensive production. Running back Chase Brown could step up to fill the void, supported by recent acquisition Khalil Herbert.
On the other side, the Ravens boast a potent offense led by Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry. The Bengals will need to contain Henry’s rushing attack and be wary of Jackson’s passing abilities. Tight end Mark Andrews could also pose a threat to the Bengals defense, as they have struggled against opposing tight ends this season.
With the Ravens favored to win by at least a touchdown, according to trends and historical matchups, the Bengals face a tough challenge on Thursday night. The predicted score is Ravens 30, Bengals 23, with the Ravens covering the spread.
For those looking to place bets, sports analyst Mike Tierney suggests leaning towards the under in this AFC North showdown. Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting Thursday night game between these division rivals.
