The Steelers are 4-1 against the Ravens since Mike Tomlin became head coach. The only loss being the last game of the 2007 regular season. Ben, Hines, Troy, and Marvel Smith did not play. They were resting minor injuries,(except for Marvel, his was more serious) as the game was meaningless, this is extremely difficult to say about a Ravens game, but our position in the playoffs was already locked.

Ben should play this week. Chris Kemoeatu, and Ravens cornerback Fabian Washington (as reported by upabob earlier) won't play, and Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs may not play either. Will Ramon Foster start for Kemo this week? I do not know, but do not expect an update on that situation soon. I hope we don't see any new injuries from this game, but would surely not be surprised if more players are on the injury lists of both teams after this one is over.

Rivalries don't get better than Steelers vs Ravens, especially when you include Steelers vs Browns. Yes, the Ravens obtained the Browns rivalry status, before the move from Cleveland (in my mind anyway). I look forward to these two rivalry games, more than any other games of the year. As much as beating New England in the playoffs? That's pretty close, but not really the focus this week.

So let's move forward, it's time to enjoy Raven week!

I look for a more determined Steelers team against the Ravens. No doubt that we will be "up" for this game.

The Ravens, as always, will be ready for us, and they are fighting for a playoff spot too.

This should be a great game!

Please share your thoughts.