A Week 18 matchup against the Ravens for the division title and a playoff berth.
It is a game that you can only see here on Channel 11.
The Steelers welcome the challenge that comes with this high-stakes matchup.
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In the locker room, after Sunday’s loss, you could feel the frustration of the players.
That changed to a fixed focus on Monday.
Make no mistake; The players recognize that their season is at stake.
Several players said moments like these are the reason they play.
There was also a calm among the players who reiterated that they still control their own destiny.
This game could also be Aaron Rodgers’ last.
Pat Freiermuth put it simply and said they have to do whatever it takes on Sunday night.
“This is about Baltimore. I think everyone in the locker room is ready to surpass what we showed on Sunday and be able to go into Sunday Night Football and be able to execute and win,” Freiermuth said.
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Another thing we’ll be keeping a close eye on this week is the status of Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.
John Harbaugh told reporters Monday that Jackson’s status is to be determined.
They’ll know a lot more on Wednesday and if Lamar is ready to play, he’ll be playing.
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