Steelers should gain some sweet revenge at Baltimore

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There is usually no quarter given in clashes between Pittsburgh and Baltimore and the Steelers will have the smell of potential revenge in their nostrils as they head to Maryland.

Four field goals from Justin Tucker proved to be the difference when the Ravens claimed a 26-14 success at Heinz Field in Week Four, but the teams have suffered contrasting fortunes since.

Baltimore have slipped to three defeats in their last four matches - they haven't scored more than 23 points in that run - and they need to put on a show as they approach a bye week that they would probably benefit from.

However, an indifferent performance from quarterback Joe Flacco in last week's defeat against Carolina suggests the motivation of playing in a big divisional match may not be enough to drag them back to winning ways.

Their defence was looking resolute earlier in the campaign but is starting to show a few leaks and that is something which Pittsburgh could be able to exploit.

Running back James Conner has been excellent in deputising for Le'Veon Bell, who is continuing his contract holdout. Conner scored two touchdowns last week as the Steelers secured their third successive victory.

Having established themselves at the top of the division, they will be in no mood to let it slip and that earlier defeat can work in their favour and ensure they at least keep things close against their AFC North rivals.

Recommendation
Pittsburgh +2.5
2pts Evs Betfair, Paddy Power, Sky Bet

The lowdown
Venue M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland
Surface Grass
Weather Clear, 10C
Vegas handicap Pittsburgh +3
Vegas points line 47

Team news

Pittsburgh
Cornerback Artie Burns is struggling with an ankle injury. Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has a fractured index finger on his non-throwing hand but he was able to practice on Friday.

Baltimore
Offensive tackles James Hurst and Ronnie Stanley have been ruled out, as has linebacker Tim Williams. Running back Alex Collins is rated questionable with a foot injury.

Key stat
Pittsburgh have won eight of their last nine away matches

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