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5 Key Stats For Ravens Battle With The Steelers

By Chris Schisler

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Dec 27, 2015; Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith (22) intercepts Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) (not pictured) pass intended for wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) during the fourth quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Baltimore Ravens defeated Pittsburgh Steelers 20-17. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2015; Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith (22) intercepts Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) (not pictured) pass intended for wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) during the fourth quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Baltimore Ravens defeated Pittsburgh Steelers 20-17. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Antonio Brown Is A Game Changer Without jimmy Smith

Brown is the best receiver in football. If a Baltimore boy is saying it, than accept it as the truth. Brown is a game changing talent. He can beat you deep. He can beat you across the field and with any route. The Steelers lean on Brown, who has 96 receptions this season. Take Bell’s 72 receptions out of the picture and the next leading receiver is Eli Rogers with 38 receptions. Brown has 11 touchdowns this season.

Related Story: How Ravens Can Beat Steelers Without Jimmy Smith

Jimmy Smith may not be the best cornerback in football but he has proven to be an antidote to Brown defense infecting poison. The Ravens have been schooled when Smith has been hurt this season. Odell Beckham took over the game when Smith left against the Giants. The Cowboys picked on Shareece Wright without mercy. The Patriots had their way with the Ravens, as Tom Brady racked up over 400 yards.

Smith is the last person the Ravens defense could lose. This is a big blow to the Ravens. While it is not fatal to their chances in this game, it certainly hurts.

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