2022 NFL power rankings, Week 18: Giants, Buccaneers playoff bound
Baltimore Ravens. 12. team. 26. . 10-6. Previous:
Flexed to prime time, the Ravens hosted the Steelers in position to sweep the series for the first time since 2019. The Baltimore defense limited Pittsburgh to a pair of field goals in the first three quarters and actually owned a 13-3 advantage early in the third quarter.
The Ravens never scored another point and gave up two long scoring drives in the final quarter. Down by three in the closing moments, Tyler Huntley was picked off by Minkah Fitzpatrick.
52. . 8-8. Previous: . Jacksonville Jaguars. 11. team
The Jaguars made their way to Houston looking to end a nine-game losing streak to the Texans. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence hit on 17-of-21 throws for 152 yards and one interception.
Jacksonville’s ground game came up with three touchdowns, one of those by running back Travis Etienne. He finished with 108 yards rushing on nine carries. Doug Pederson’s club has won four straight games and is in sole possession of first place in the AFC South.
49. . 8-8. Previous: . Green Bay Packers. 10. team
Matt LaFleur’s squad hosted the Vikings looking to avenge a Week 1 loss at Minneapolis. The team got off to a rough start and had a punt blocked which led to a Minnesota field goal.
It was all Packers after that as Green Bay responded with 41 consecutive points via their offense, defense and special teams. Thanks to some help from other teams, the Packers can clinch a playoff berth in Week 18 with a victory over the Lions at Lambeau Field.