AFC North Week 9 Picks
Cleveland Browns vs Cincinnati Bengals
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Both teams coming off losses the Browns travel to Paul Brown Stadium to take on the Bengals. The Bengals will win the game just because the Browns are still dealing with injuries. Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield will play Sunday although he is dealing with a shoulder injury. Along with Baker receivers, Jarvis Landry and Donovan Peoples-Jones are questionable too but I think they will play hurt. This week while preparing to play Cincinnati the Browns had to deal with Odell Beckham Jr.'s drama. Odell has been excused from multiple practices this week.
Bengals win 35-14
Minnesota Vikings vs Baltimore Ravens
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The Ravens to dominate the Vikings Sunday. I think the Ravens offense has too many weapons for the Vikings defense to handle. The Ravens defense will keep Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson from making too many plays. I expect Lamar Jackson to have a big game on the ground and through the air. Also, Vikings are traveling to M&T Bank Stadium where it is difficult to win. The Ravens are currently 3-1 at home.
Ravens win 40-21
Chicago Bears vs Pittsburgh Steelers
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Rounding out week 8 the Chicago Bears travel to Heinz Field to take on the Steelers Monday night. I expect this game to be a low-scoring Steelers win. T. J. Watt and company will have a field day in the Bears backfield. Steeler's offense hopes to continue developing their running game after an outstanding month Najee Harris. Najee was named NFL offensive player of the month rushing for 356 yards and 3 touchdowns. Steelers are expecting everyone to play minus tight end Eric Ebron who is questionable to play. The Bears are dealing with a few injuries currently safety Eddie Jackson, linebacker Khail Mack, running backs David Montgomery and Damien Williams are all questionable to play.
Steelers win 30-7
AFC North Standings
Ravens 5-2
Bengals 5-3
Steelers 4-3
Browns 4-4