New Orleans Saints vs. Baltimore Ravens: Could Both Teams Miss the Playoffs?

December 18, 2010   ·   Kyle Vassalo   ·   Jump to comments

New Orleans Saints at Baltimore Ravens
Sunday December 19th, 2010 1:00 PM EST
Line: Baltimore -1
 
Overview:
The 9-4 Ravens are fighting for their playoff lives. They narrowly missed a chance to knock off the Pittsburgh Steelers and grab hold of the AFC North. As it stands, they are battling with the New York Jets, San Diego Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs for a Wild Card spot. If they slip up at this point, the Ravens put themselves at risk, despite having a soft remaining schedule after this week.
The New Orleans Saints are one game out of first place in the brutal NFC South, despite being 10-3. With a win this week, they would all but guarantee themselves a spot in the playoffs and keep their hopes of winning the division alive. Both teams face a tough battle, as they have both held their own against the best of the best in the NFL.
 
Keys to the Game:
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