There are many reasons Baltimore has a chance to win a division title this week while Cleveland is near the bottom of the league. For example, consider the matchup at quarterback. Lamar Jackson is in the mix for his third MVP award and second in a row, with a chance to produce statistical accomplishments that have never been achieved before.
The Browns will counter him Saturday with Bailey Zappe , the fourth starting quarterback this season for Cleveland. No wonder the line for this game was still soaring Thursday night, with Ravens a 19 1/2-point favorite according to BetMGM Sportsbook. “This game, because of all of the other games behind it, is an opportunity to put a banner up here,” Baltimore coach John Harbaugh said.
"That means a lot, especially in the AFC North. It’s a tough division, so winning the AFC North is even a greater accomplishment. That’s the opportunity we have this week, and that’s what we’re going to be fighting for.
” The Ravens (11-5) would win the division with a victory. If they lose, Pittsburgh could snatch the title — and a first-round home playoff game — by beating Cincinnati on Saturday night. Cleveland (3-13) actually beat both Baltimore and Pittsburgh this season with Jameis Winston playing quarterback.
He's since been benched. Zappe becomes the team's 40th starting QB since 1999. The Browns were hoping Deshaun Watson could provide some stability at the position, but he's been lost to injury in each of the past two seasons.
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