Ravens vs. Packers: Preview, score prediction for Week 11

Baltimore Ravens vs. Green Bay Packers

The Green Bay Packers have reached the playoffs eight consecutive seasons. But that streak is going to be tested this season as Mike McCarthy’s 5-4 club is still without star quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Still, the club is hosting the unpredictable Baltimore Ravens on Sunday looking to build on last Sunday’s 23-16 win over the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Did the Packers turn things around last week after snapping a three-game losing streak?

Keys to Victory

In three of their last five games, the Packers have managed to run for at least 160 yards. That was the case last Sunday as McCarthy’s team escaped Chicago with a 23-16 victory. The majority of that came from running backs Jamaal Williams and Ty Montgomery.

Surprisingly, only four teams in the NFL are allowing more rushing yards per game than the Baltimore Ravens. A season ago, John Harbaugh’s club ranked fifth in the league against the run. With Brett Hundley still looking to get comfortable, the Green Bay offense will rely on their ground attack.

Betting Odds

Point Spread: Ravens (-2)
Moneyline: Ravens -125, Packers +110
Over/Under: 37.5

Prediction

The Baltimore Ravens have been highly unpredictable this season. They are 2-5 in their last seven games after winning their first two contests. Harbaugh’s team has outscored opponents 114-27 in their four wins but been outscored 144-76 in five setbacks. The Green Bay Packers are just trying to hold on until the possible return of Rodgers and any win is a good win.

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Given the state of both teams’ offenses, you can look for field goals than touchdowns. And don’t be surprised if a special teams’ play decides this nailbiter.

Final Score: Green Bay Packers: 23, Baltimore Ravens: 22