The Baltimore Ravens are gearing up for one of their most important matchups of the season—a Week 16 showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium. It’s not just any game; it’s a chance to end a frustrating four-game losing streak against their AFC North rivals and make a serious push for the division title.
A win against Pittsburgh would not only give Baltimore the same record as the Steelers but also position them favorably heading into the final two weeks of the season. However, the Ravens haven’t beaten the Steelers since 2022, and each of those losses has come by one score. This game isn’t just about standings; it’s about restoring balance in a rivalry that’s felt one-sided in recent years.
Thankfully, the Ravens are entering the game in relatively good shape compared to the league's usual mid-December injury struggles. While some key players are banged up, the final injury report suggests Baltimore will have the pieces they need to take down Pittsburgh.
Final Ravens Week 16 injury report vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Out:
- CB Jalyn Armour-Davis (hamstring)
Questionable:
- WR Rashod Bateman (foot)
- WR Nelson Agholor (concussion)
- OLB Odafe Oweh (ankle)
- RG Daniel Faalele (knee)
Full participants, no injury designation:
- S Ar’Darius Washington
The Ravens received a mixed bag of updates from their final practices of the week. Wide receiver Rashod Bateman, who was seen in a walking boot after practice, is officially questionable. This is a concerning development, as Bateman has been having a career year and is coming off a two-touchdown performance against the Giants.
Head coach John Harbaugh remained tight-lipped about Bateman’s availability but assured reporters that the team would “be ready to roll” regardless.
Nelson Agholor, who is also questionable, has been in concussion protocol all week but was seen working out on a side field during practice. If he clears protocol in time for Saturday, he could provide some depth in case Bateman is unable to suit up. If neither are good to go, expect rookie Devontez "Tez-Toe-Tap" Walker to see an extended role.
On the defensive side, outside linebacker Odafe Oweh was limited in practice all week and is officially listed as questionable with an ankle injury. His status will be key, as the Ravens will need all the pass-rushing help they can get to contain Pittsburgh quarterback Russell Wilson. Meanwhile, second-year cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis was ruled out earlier in the week with a hamstring injury, thinning Baltimore’s secondary depth.
Safety Ar’Darius Washington is questionable to play as he's dealing with a personal matter. If he were good to go, his presence should bolster a Ravens defense looking to replicate its strong Week 11 performance against Pittsburgh, where they held the Steelers without a touchdown but lost in heartbreaking fashion.
Baltimore knows what’s at stake this weekend. The Steelers have had their number for far too long, and it’s time to flip the script. With key players like Bateman and Oweh potentially limited, the Ravens will need a collective effort to secure the win.
But make no mistake—this is a game they can, and should, win. No excuses.