Steelers vs Ravens Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 18, 2026
Last updated: Jan 5, 2026, 1:21AM | Published: Dec 30, 2025, 5:05AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers will face the favoured Baltimore Ravens in NFL Week 18 action at Acrisure Stadium on Monday, commencing at 12:20pm AEDT.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Steelers vs Ravens game, as well as the latest betting odds and touchdown scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Pittsburgh vs Baltimore NFL game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Ravens a 66% chance of beating the Steelers in Week 18 of the NFL season.
Steelers vs Ravens: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds in Australia for Monday's NFL game at Acrisure Stadium are shown here:
- Head to Head: Steelers $2.95, Ravens $1.42
- Line: Steelers +4.5 ($1.91), Ravens -4.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 41.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Steelers at $2.95 and the Ravens at $1.42.
The Steelers are 4.5-point underdogs against the Ravens, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Ravens (-4.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 41.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Steelers and the Ravens have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 41.5-point over/under is expected to is also considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Steelers vs Ravens: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Pittsburgh at $2.95 with Bet365
- Line: Ravens -4.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 41.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Steelers vs Ravens best bets are based on complex simulations and wagering experience to give you the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Ravens have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Steelers to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Steelers vs Ravens: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Steelers vs Ravens at Acrisure Stadium in Week 18 is the Ravens winning 22-18.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Pittsburgh vs Baltimore game in Week 18, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Steelers vs Ravens: TD Scorer Tips
Who will score an anytime touchdown in Steelers vs Ravens? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Baltimore's Derrick Henry is the most likely player to score the first TD in Steelers vs Ravens.
Henry has a 16.5% chance of scoring the first TD at Acrisure Stadium, while the Ravens RB has a 59.2% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.
Scroll down for our complete list of first touchdown scorer and anytime touchdown scorer probabilities.
First Touchdown Scorer Tips
Steelers First TD Tips
- Jaylen Warren: 8.8% probability
- Kenneth Gainwell: 8.5% probability
- Pat Freiermuth: 5.1% probability
- Marquez Valdes-Scantling: 4.2% probability
- Jonnu Smith: 3.7% probability
Ravens First TD Tips
- Derrick Henry: 16.5% probability
- Mark Andrews: 6.9% probability
- Zay Flowers: 6.6% probability
- Isaiah Likely: 4.2% probability
- Lamar Jackson: 3.7% probability
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Tips
Steelers Anytime TD Tips
- Jaylen Warren: 35.5% probability
- Kenneth Gainwell: 34.6% probability
- Pat Freiermuth: 22.5% probability
- Marquez Valdes-Scantling: 19.0% probability
- Jonnu Smith: 16.7% probability
Ravens Anytime TD Tips
- Derrick Henry: 59.2% probability
- Mark Andrews: 31.4% probability
- Zay Flowers: 30.3% probability
- Isaiah Likely: 20.3% probability
- Lamar Jackson: 18.0% probability
Steelers-Ravens Projected Player Stats
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Steelers' Aaron Rodgers is projected for 213 passing yards, while the Ravens' Lamar Jackson is expected to throw for 208 yards.
Steelers Starting QB
- Aaron Rodgers: 213 projected passing yards
Ravens Starting QB
- Lamar Jackson: 208 projected passing yards
Steelers Rushing Yards
- Jaylen Warren: 52 projected yards
- Kenneth Gainwell: 35 projected yards
- Aaron Rodgers: 4 projected yards
Ravens Rushing Yards
- Derrick Henry: 90 projected yards
- Lamar Jackson: 33 projected yards
- Keaton Mitchell: 22 projected yards
Steelers Receiving Yards
- Pat Freiermuth: 35 projected yards
- Kenneth Gainwell: 33 projected yards
- Marquez Valdes-Scantling: 33 projected yards
- Calvin Austin: 29 projected yards
- Adam Thielen: 27 projected yards
Ravens Receiving Yards
- Zay Flowers: 66 projected yards
- Mark Andrews: 34 projected yards
- DeAndre Hopkins: 27 projected yards
- Isaiah Likely: 27 projected yards
- Rasheen Ali: 12 projected yards
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Pittsburgh vs Baltimore match-up.
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Steelers vs Ravens: Week 18 Essential Details
The NFL Week 18 match-up between the Steelers and Ravens at Acrisure Stadium is scheduled to start at 12:20pm AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Pittsburgh Steelers vs Baltimore Ravens
- Date: Monday 5 January 2026
- Time: 12:20pm AEDT
- Venue: Acrisure Stadium
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Pittsburgh vs Baltimore predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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