Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers, Week 18 2025
Baltimore Ravens
Away
24
Pittsburgh Steelers
HomeWon
26
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravens | 7 | 3 | 0 | 14 | 24 |
| Steelers | 0 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 26 |
BAL 24PIT 26 Final
Passing leader
17.8PPR pts
31/47, 294 YDS, 1 TD
Top fantasy scorer
29.8PPR pts
4 REC, 138 YDS, 2 TD
Ravens leader
21.4PPR pts
11/18, 238 YDS, 3 TD, 1 INT
Defensive playmaker
T.J. Watt
1 INT, 2 TKL
Steelers 26, Ravens 24: Pittsburgh rallies from 7 down at halftime
Pittsburgh erased a 10–3 halftime deficit, outscoring Baltimore 23–14 after the break to win 26–24. The Steelers finished with a 390–359 edge in total offense.
The Ravens went 4-for-12 on third down and committed one turnover, while the Steelers kept the ball for 34:11 and finished without a giveaway.
The two teams meet again in Week 15 of 2026. If you roster anyone from either side, run the start/sit call in Redraft Command and it will weigh your lineup, your opponent and your league scoring, not only the player rankings.
Key advantages
- +1 turnover margin PIT 0 turnovers
- +31 total yards PIT 390 · BAL 359
- +23% third-down rate PIT 56% · BAL 33%
Game Highlights
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Why the Steelers Won
Pittsburgh won the turnover, third-down, and time of possession battles.
| Ravens | Stat | Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turnovers | 0 |
| 359 | Total yards | 390 |
| 33% | Third-down conversion | 56% |
| Other team stats | ||
| 7.5 | Yards per play | 5.3 |
| 48 | Plays | 73 |
| 25:49 | Time of possession | 34:11 |
Scoring Summary
The Steelers scored three touchdowns and two field goals; the Ravens scored three touchdowns and one field goal.
| Time | Team | Play | BAL | PIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st quarter | ||||
| 10:54 | BAL | Lamar Jackson → Devontez Walker, 38-yard TD Takes leadTyler Loop XP | 7 | 0 |
| 2nd quarter | ||||
| 13:33 | BAL | Tyler Loop 40-yard FG Extends lead | 10 | 0 |
| 8:52 | PIT | Chris Boswell 57-yard FG | 10 | 3 |
| 3rd quarter | ||||
| 8:23 | PIT | Connor Heyward 1-yard TD run Ties gameChris Boswell XP | 10 | 10 |
| 4:28 | PIT | Chris Boswell 25-yard FG Takes lead | 10 | 13 |
| 4th quarter | ||||
| 8:42 | BAL | Lamar Jackson → Zay Flowers, 50-yard TD Takes leadTyler Loop XP | 17 | 13 |
| 3:49 | PIT | Kenneth Gainwell 2-yard TD run Takes leadChris Boswell XP | 17 | 20 |
| 2:20 | BAL | Lamar Jackson → Zay Flowers, 64-yard TD Takes leadTyler Loop XP | 24 | 20 |
| 0:55 | PIT | Aaron Rodgers → Calvin Austin III, 26-yard TD Game winnerXP missed | 24 | 26 |
Fantasy Points: Ravens vs Steelers, Week 18 2025
Fantasy leaders
- Zay Flowers29.8 PTSWR1
- Lamar Jackson21.4 PTSQB7
- Kenny Gainwell21.4 PTSRB4
- Aaron Rodgers17.8 PTSQB9
Player Stats
Quarterbacks
| Player | FPTS | FIN | CMP/ATT | Pass YDS | TD | INT | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | Rate | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Rodgers | 17.8 | QB9 | 31/47 | 294 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 0 | 90.2 | Start/Sit → |
| Lamar Jackson | 21.4 | QB7 | 11/18 | 238 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 121.5 | Start/Sit → |
WRs, RBs, & TEs
| Player | FPTS | FIN | POS | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | TGT | REC | Rec YDS | Rec TD | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zay Flowers | 29.8 | WR1 | WR | — | — | — | 6 | 4 | 138 | 2 | Start/Sit → |
| Kenny Gainwell | 21.4 | RB4 | RB | 5 | 10 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 64 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Jaylen Warren | 14.9 | RB14 | RB | 14 | 66 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 33 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Calvin Austin | 14.5 | WR14 | WR | — | — | — | 7 | 3 | 55 | 1 | |
| Derrick Henry | 12.6 | RB15 | RB | 20 | 126 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Devontez Walker | 12.6 | WR18 | WR | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 46 | 1 | Start/Sit → |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | 8.4 | WR33 | WR | — | — | — | 7 | 5 | 34 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Pat Freiermuth | 8.1 | TE16 | TE | — | — | — | 5 | 3 | 51 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Connor Heyward | 7.5 | RB30 | RB | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Adam Thielen | 7.3 | WR44 | WR | — | — | — | 6 | 3 | 43 | 0 | |
| Isaiah Likely | 5.2 | TE32 | TE | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 32 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Mark Andrews | 3.4 | TE38 | TE | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Scotty Miller | 2.9 | WR76 | WR | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 9 | 0 | |
| Jonnu Smith | 1.4 | TE58 | TE | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Keaton Mitchell | 0.2 | RB81 | RB | 2 | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | — | Start/Sit → |
| Rasheen Ali | 0.0 | — | RB | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — | Start/Sit → |
| DeAndre Hopkins | 0.0 | — | WR | — | — | — | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Fantasy Points vs Expected
Expected points (xFP) are what a player's pass attempts, carries and targets are worth at the league's average rates; the difference is what the player made of them.
- Biggest overperformer+19.6Zay Flowers29.8 PTS vs 10.2 xFP
- Biggest underperformer−3.7Aaron Rodgers17.8 PTS vs 21.5 xFP
- Highest expected volume21.5 xFPAaron Rodgers17.8 PTS scored
| Player | PTS | xFP | vs xFP | Snap% | Usage | Rte% | Pass att | Car | Car% | Tgt | Tgt% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron RodgersPIT · QB | 17.8 | 21.5 | −3.7 | — | 47 att | — | 47 | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0% |
| Kenny GainwellPIT · RB | 21.4 | 18.6 | +2.8 | — | 21% car | — | 0 | 5 | 21% | 9 | 20% |
| Jaylen WarrenPIT · RB | 14.9 | 17.6 | −2.7 | — | 58% car | — | 0 | 14 | 58% | 5 | 11% |
| Derrick HenryBAL · RB | 12.6 | 14.6 | −2.0 | — | 74% car | — | 0 | 20 | 74% | 1 | 6% |
| Calvin Austin IIIPIT · WR | 14.5 | 11.9 | +2.6 | — | 16% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 7 | 16% |
| Marquez Valdes-ScantlingPIT · WR | 8.4 | 11.9 | −3.5 | — | 16% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 7 | 16% |
| Lamar JacksonBAL · QB | 21.4 | 10.6 | +10.8 | — | 18 att | — | 18 | 4 | 15% | 0 | 0% |
| Adam ThielenPIT · WR | 7.3 | 10.2 | −2.9 | — | 14% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 6 | 14% |
| Zay FlowersBAL · WR | 29.8 | 10.2 | +19.6 | — | 35% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 6 | 35% |
| Pat FreiermuthPIT · TE | 8.1 | 8.5 | −0.4 | — | 11% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 5 | 11% |
| Mark AndrewsBAL · TE | 3.4 | 5.1 | −1.7 | — | 18% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 18% |
| Jonnu SmithPIT · TE | 1.4 | 4.1 | −2.7 | — | 5% tgt | — | 0 | 1 | 4% | 2 | 5% |
| Connor HeywardPIT · RB | 7.5 | 3.6 | +3.9 | — | 13% car | — | 0 | 3 | 13% | 1 | 2% |
| DeAndre HopkinsBAL · WR | 0.0 | 3.4 | −3.4 | — | 12% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 12% |
| Devontez WalkerBAL · WR | 12.6 | 3.4 | +9.2 | — | 12% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 12% |
| Isaiah LikelyBAL · TE | 5.2 | 3.4 | +1.8 | — | 12% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 12% |
| Scotty MillerPIT · WR | 2.9 | 3.4 | −0.5 | — | 5% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 5% |
| Patrick RicardBAL · RB | 1.8 | 1.7 | +0.1 | — | 6% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 6% |
| Keaton MitchellBAL · RB | 0.2 | 1.3 | −1.1 | — | 7% car | — | 0 | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0% |
| Rasheen AliBAL · RB | 0.0 | 0.6 | −0.6 | — | 4% car | — | 0 | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0% |
Team totals: Ravens 17 targets and 27 carries; Steelers 44 targets and 24 carries. Shares are from the box score. Snap counts aren't available for this game. Route counts, air yards and red-zone touches appear when the tracking feed is connected. League-average rates from the 2025 season: 1.70 PPR points per target (67% catch rate), 0.65 per carry and 0.44 per pass attempt. They don't adjust for field position or target depth.
Fantasy Verdicts
Lamar Jackson Ran hot
11 of 18 passing for 238 yards, 3 touchdowns, 1 interception; 4 carries for 9 yards.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 10.6 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat.
Aaron Rodgers
31 of 47 passing for 294 yards, 1 touchdown; 1 carry for 20 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 21.5 expected.
Best score since Week 14.
Derrick Henry Volume, no payoff
1 target (6% of the team's), 0 catches for 0 yards; 20 carries (74% of the team's) for 126 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 14.6 expected.
A touchdown in 5 of the last 8 games.
Zay Flowers Ran hot
6 targets (35% of the team's), 4 catches for 138 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 10.2 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat.
Best fantasy game of the season.
Kenny Gainwell
9 targets (20% of the team's), 8 catches for 64 yards; 5 carries (21% of the team's) for 10 yards and 1 touchdown.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 18.6 expected.
Season high in targets (9).
Jaylen Warren
5 targets (11% of the team's), 5 catches for 33 yards; 14 carries (58% of the team's) for 66 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 17.6 expected.
Devontez Walker Ran hot
2 targets (12% of the team's), 2 catches for 46 yards and 1 touchdown.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 3.4 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat.
Best score since Week 2.
Fantasy Matchups
Fantasy points allowed per game by position, 2025 through Week 18.
| Points allowed to | Ravens D | Steelers D |
|---|---|---|
| QBs | 18.2 | 19.4 |
| RBs | 23.6 | 18.1 |
| WRs | 34.3 | 34.7 |
| TEs | 10.9 | 16.6 |
Regular season, summed from each game's box score and scored with this page's rules.
How the Game Swung
Pittsburgh opened at 37% win probability, fell as low as 1%, then rallied to win.
Steelers win probability
Key Swings
- +27Heyward 1-yd TD run15% → 42%Q3 8:23
- −49Jackson → Flowers, 50-yd TD68% → 18%Q4 8:42
- +68Gainwell 2-yd TD run10% → 79%Q4 3:49
- −80Jackson → Flowers, 64-yd TD86% → 6%Q4 2:20
- +87Rodgers → Austin, 26-yd TD1% → 88%Q4 0:55
Swing in Steelers win probability, in points
Play Calling and Possessions
| Baltimore Ravens | Measure | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| 48 | Plays | 73 |
| 44% | Pass rate | 67% |
| 10.6 | Yds / dropback | 5.9 |
| 5.1 | Yds / carry | 4.2 |
| 4/12 | Third downs | 9/16 |
Efficiency edge Pittsburgh ran 25 more plays than Baltimore.
- Top targets
- BAL Flowers 35% · Andrews 18% · Hopkins 12%
- PIT Gainwell 20% · Austin 16% · Valdes-Scantling 16%
Possession Results
| Result | BAL | PIT |
|---|---|---|
| Touchdowns | 3 | 3 |
| Field goals | 1 | 2 |
| Punts | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Turnovers on downs | 0 | 1 |
| Missed field goals | 1 | 0 |
PIT turnover edge: +1
- The Ravens opened the scoring on their first possession, a 8-play, 85-yard drive that ended in a touchdown.
- The Steelers drained the clock with three second-half drives of four to seven minutes.
All 20 possessions, drive by drive
| Team | Start | Plays | Yards | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAL | Q1 15:00 | 8 | 85 | 4:06 | Touchdown |
| PIT | Q1 10:54 | 4 | 16 | 1:29 | Punt |
| BAL | Q1 9:25 | 7 | 18 | 4:26 | Punt |
| PIT | Q1 4:59 | 7 | 20 | 3:17 | Downs |
| BAL | Q1 1:42 | 6 | 23 | 3:09 | Field goal |
| PIT | Q2 13:33 | 8 | 36 | 4:41 | Field goal |
| BAL | Q2 8:52 | 3 | -4 | 2:42 | Punt |
| PIT | Q2 6:10 | 3 | -5 | 0:31 | Punt |
| BAL | Q2 5:39 | 5 | 23 | 2:30 | Punt |
| PIT | Q2 3:09 | 13 | 89 | 3:09 | End of half |
| PIT | Q3 15:00 | 12 | 67 | 6:37 | Touchdown |
| BAL | Q3 8:23 | 3 | 0 | 0:58 | Interception |
| PIT | Q3 7:25 | 6 | 19 | 2:57 | Field goal |
| BAL | Q3 4:28 | 5 | 13 | 3:24 | Punt |
| PIT | Q3 1:04 | 8 | 26 | 5:12 | Punt |
| BAL | Q4 10:52 | 4 | 71 | 2:10 | Touchdown |
| PIT | Q4 8:42 | 8 | 60 | 4:53 | Touchdown |
| BAL | Q4 3:49 | 3 | 73 | 1:29 | Touchdown |
| PIT | Q4 2:20 | 6 | 65 | 1:25 | Touchdown |
| BAL | Q4 0:55 | 6 | 27 | 0:55 | Missed FG |
About these numbers
Possessions that ended with the clock running out at the half or the end of the game aren't counted.
Personnel groupings, average depth of target and pass rate over expected appear when the tracking feed is connected.
Ravens vs Steelers Head-to-Head
The Ravens and Steelers first met in 1996 and have played 65 times since. They have been AFC North rivals since 1996.
- All-time series
- 38–27Steelers lead, 65 meetings since 1996
- Postseason
- 3–2Split 3–2
- Largest Ravens win
- 35–72011
- Largest Steelers win
- 37–01997
Since 2021
8–3 Steelers lead
11 meetings since the 2021 season, regular season and playoffs.
Oldest to newest. S = Steelers win, R = Ravens win, outlined = this game.
2026 Meetings
- Week 15 Ravens at Steelers Upcoming
- Week 18 Steelers at Ravens Upcoming
Recent Meetings
- 2025 Wk 18 Ravens at Steelers PIT 26 BAL 24 PIT W
- 2025 Wk 14 Steelers at Ravens, 2025 Wk 14 recap PIT 27 BAL 22 PIT W
- 2024 Wild Card Steelers at Ravens, 2024 Wild Card recap BAL 28 PIT 14 BAL W
- 2024 Wk 16 Steelers at Ravens, 2024 Wk 16 recap BAL 34 PIT 17 BAL W
- 2024 Wk 11 Ravens at Steelers, 2024 Wk 11 recap PIT 18 BAL 16 PIT W
- 2023 Wk 18 Steelers at Ravens, 2023 Wk 18 recap PIT 17 BAL 10 PIT W
- 2023 Wk 5 Ravens at Steelers, 2023 Wk 5 recap PIT 17 BAL 10 PIT W
- 2022 Wk 17 Steelers at Ravens, 2022 Wk 17 recap PIT 16 BAL 13 PIT W
- 2022 Wk 14 Ravens at Steelers, 2022 Wk 14 recap BAL 16 PIT 14 BAL W
- 2021 Wk 18 Steelers at Ravens, 2021 Wk 18 recap PIT 16 BAL 13 PIT W
- 2021 Wk 13 Ravens at Steelers, 2021 Wk 13 recap PIT 20 BAL 19 PIT W
Season to Date (Through Week 18)
The 2025 regular season, from each game's box score.
| Ravens | Stat | Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| 8-9 | Record | 10-7 |
| 24.9 | Points per game | 23.4 |
| 332.2 | Yards per game | 305.6 |
| 5.8 | Yards per play | 5.3 |
| 23.4 | Points allowed per game | 22.8 |
| 354.6 | Yards allowed per game | 356.9 |
Ravens vs Steelers Odds and Results
How this game finished against the betting lines.
- Spread
- BAL −4.5Ravens failed to cover by 6.5
- Total
- 41.5Over: 50 points scored (by 8.5)
Expected vs Actual Scoring
| Team | Implied | Actual | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravens | 23.0 | 24 | +1.0 |
| Steelers | 18.5 | 26 | +7.5 |
Both offenses beat the market's expectation, and the Fantasy tab shows who cashed in.
Betting Trends
Last 6 meetings: Steelers 5–1 ATS, unders 4–2.
Each team's 2025 season through this game. Over/under is overs first.
Baltimore Ravens
- Against the spread
- 2–4
- Over/under
- 4–2
- ATS as favorite
- 1–4
- ATS as underdog
- 1–0
- ATS on the road
- 2–1
Pittsburgh Steelers
- Against the spread
- 4–2
- Over/under
- 3–3
- ATS as favorite
- 1–1
- ATS as underdog
- 3–1
- ATS at home
- 2–1
Lines: ESPN's consensus, captured at kickoff. Individual sportsbooks varied.
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Ravens vs Steelers Fantasy Outlook for 2026
Two meetings are left on the 2026 schedule: Week 15 in Pittsburgh and Week 18 in Baltimore. Here's how to decide who to play in your league.
- Start/Sit ToolShould your Ravens or Steelers player start in Week 15? Compare the decision against your other options.
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- Fantasy Points Allowed by PositionHow the Ravens and Steelers defenses have treated QBs, RBs, WRs and TEs.
- Strength of ScheduleWhere these two matchups fall in each team's fantasy playoff run.
- Redraft CommandConnect your league for personalized lineup, trade and roster advice.
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2025 Game Logs for Players in This Game
Ravens vs Steelers Game FAQ
Who won the 2025 Ravens vs Steelers Week 18 game?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens 26–24 in Week 18 of the 2025 season. The game was played at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA, on January 4, 2026. See the Steelers' 2025 schedule.
What was the final score of Ravens vs Steelers?
The final score was Steelers 26, Ravens 24. The Ravens led 10–3 at halftime, and the second half went Ravens 14, Steelers 23.
What happened in the Ravens vs Steelers game?
Pittsburgh erased a 10–3 halftime deficit, outscoring Baltimore 23–14 after the break to win 26–24. The Steelers finished with a 390–359 edge in total offense. Zay Flowers led all players with 4 catches for 138 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Ravens committed 1 turnover, the Steelers none.
What was the game-winning score in Ravens vs Steelers?
Aaron Rodgers' 26-yard touchdown pass to Calvin Austin III with 0:55 left in the fourth quarter gave the Steelers a 26–24 lead they never gave up. It was the final score of the game.
Who scored the most fantasy points in Ravens vs Steelers?
Zay Flowers led the game with 29.8 PPR fantasy points, the WR1 of Week 18, on 4 catches for 138 yards and 2 touchdowns. Lamar Jackson was next with 21.4 (QB7). See Zay Flowers's 2025 game log.
Who led Ravens vs Steelers in passing, rushing and receiving?
Aaron Rodgers (PIT) led all passers with 31 of 47 for 294 yards and a touchdown. Derrick Henry (BAL) led in rushing with 20 carries for 126 yards. Zay Flowers (BAL) led in receiving with 4 catches for 138 yards and 2 touchdowns.
How many fantasy points did Zay Flowers score against the Steelers?
Zay Flowers scored 29.8 points in PPR leagues, 27.8 in half-PPR and 25.8 in standard scoring against the Steelers in Week 18 of the 2025 season, on 4 catches for 138 yards and 2 touchdowns. He drew 35% of his team's targets.
Who outperformed and underperformed expected fantasy points in Ravens vs Steelers?
Zay Flowers outperformed his expected fantasy points the most, scoring 29.8 PPR points on 10.2 xFP (+19.6). Aaron Rodgers fell furthest short, with 17.8 points on 21.5 xFP (−3.7). A gap either way reflects efficiency and touchdowns in one game; it is not a forecast. For matchups ahead, see fantasy points allowed by position.
How did the Steelers come back to beat the Ravens?
The Steelers' chances of winning fell as low as 1% in the fourth quarter. Aaron Rodgers' 26-yard touchdown pass to Calvin Austin III in the fourth quarter was the biggest swing of the game. Aaron Rodgers' 26-yard touchdown pass to Calvin Austin III then put them ahead for good.
What is the all-time Ravens vs Steelers record?
The Steelers lead the all-time series 38–27 across 65 meetings since 1996, including a 3–2 record in the postseason.
When did the Ravens and Steelers last play before this game?
Before Week 18 of 2025, they last met in the 2025 season on December 7, 2025, when the Steelers beat the Ravens 27–22.
Have the Ravens and Steelers met in the playoffs?
Yes, 5 times, most recently in the 2024 playoffs. The Ravens are 2–3 against the Steelers in the postseason.
What was the closing spread for Ravens vs Steelers?
The consensus closing spread at kickoff was Ravens −4.5, making the Baltimore Ravens 4.5-point favorites, with a closing total of 41.5. That implied about 23.0 points for the Ravens and 18.5 for the Steelers.
Did Ravens vs Steelers go over or under the total?
The game went over. The consensus closing total was 41.5, and the teams combined for 50 points, 8.5 over the number.
Who covered the spread in Ravens vs Steelers?
The Steelers covered as 4.5-point underdogs against the closing line of Ravens −4.5. The final margin was 2 points.