The Cleveland Browns face the Baltimore Ravens as 4-point underdogs in a crucial Sunday Night Football AFC North rivalry matchup. Both teams are coming off narrow victories in Week 11, though in very different circumstances.

The Browns defeated the winless Lions but struggled offensively throughout the contest. While Cleveland boasts one of the NFL's top rushing attacks, their passing game with Baker Mayfield has failed to generate consistent big plays. Improving the aerial attack will be crucial to open up running lanes against Baltimore.

The Ravens scraped by the Bears with backup QB Tyler Huntley after Lamar Jackson missed the game due to illness. Jackson is expected to return this week, though there are questions about whether he'll be at full strength. As a dual-threat quarterback who relies heavily on his mobility, any lingering effects could impact Baltimore's offensive potency.

Keys to Victory:

• Browns must contain Jackson's dual-threat abilities by either forcing him to stay in the pocket or commit to running
• Ravens need Jackson to quickly return to game speed after missing last week
• Cleveland's passing game needs to step up to complement their strong rushing attack
• Baltimore looks to maintain their AFC North lead with a home victory

The matchup features two teams with strong defenses and run-first offenses. The Browns' ability to slow down Jackson while getting their own offense on track will likely determine if they can pull off the road upset.

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