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Texans topple Colts, gain AFC playoff berth

The Texans stopped the Colts late and gained a playoff berth

That exhale from Indianapolis was Houston Texans kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn.

The Texans are on their way to the AFC playoffs after defeating the Colts on Saturday, 23-19.

Indy had a long, time-consuming drive that ended with a fourth-down incompletion when Gardner Minshew attempted to find  Tyler Goodson unsuccessfully.

Houston ran down the clock and earned itself at least an AFC Wild-Card berth.

The Texans took a safety on the next-to-last play of the game, cutting the final margin to four points.

Where Houston lands in the postseason depends on Sunday’s Jaguars-Titans game.

Back to Fairbairn. After Devin Singletary scored to give Houston a 23-17 lead in the fourth quarter, the kicker missed his first PAT of the season.

To give you an idea of the turnaround in Houston: The Texans won 11 games total over the previous three seasons. They finish the 2023 regular season 10-7 and a postseason spot.

Colts knot Texans on Jonathan Taylor TD run, two-point conversion

The Colts have rallied from 11 down to tie the Texans

The Indianapolis Colts erased an 11-point deficit against the Houston Texans in Saturday’s win-and-you’re-in game for an AFC playoff berth.

The big play in the third quarter was a 49-yard touchdownrun by Jonathan Taylor.

Shane Steichen followed that by going for a two-point conversion and Gardner Minshew connected with Mo Allie-Cox to tie things at 14.

Takeaways and observations from Ravens 17-10 loss to Steelers in season finale

We’re looking at takeaways and observations from Baltimore Ravens 17-10 loss to Pittsburgh Steelers in season finale

Playing in a driving rain storm all afternoon, the Steelers kept their playoff hopes alive while snapping the Ravens ‘ game-winning streak.

After securing the AFC’s No. 1 seed and the AFC North title by defeating the Dolphins in Week 17, the Ravens (13-4) entered Saturday’s game against their division rival with no playoff ramifications for themselves.

Baltimore will finish the regular season 13-4 after a desperate Pittsburgh squad (10-7) held on for a 17-10 win at sloppy M&T Bank Stadium.

Baltimore sat NFL MVP favorite Lamar Jackson and six other starters: Wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Zay Flowers, guard Kevin Zeitler, middle linebacker Roquan Smith, safety Kyle Hamilton, and cornerback Marlon Humphrey.

With the Ravens set for a Wild Card week bye and the Steelers needing help on Sunday, here’s an instant analysis of the loss.

Instant analysis of Ravens 17-10 loss to the Steelers in Week 18 regular-season finale

We’re looking at instant analysis of Baltmore Ravens 17-10 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 18 regular-season finale

Baltimore will finish the regular season 13-4 after a desperate Pittsburgh squad (10-7) held on for a 17-10 win at sloppy M&T Bank Stadium.

Playing in a driving rain storm all afternoon, the Steelers kept their playoff hopes alive while snapping the Ravens ‘ game-winning streak.

After securing the AFC’s No. 1 seed and the AFC North title by defeating the Dolphins in Week 17, the Ravens (13-4) entered Saturday’s game against their division rival with no playoff ramifications for themselves.

Baltimore sat NFL MVP favorite Lamar Jackson and six other starters: Wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Zay Flowers, guard Kevin Zeitler, middle linebacker Roquan Smith, safety Kyle Hamilton, and cornerback Marlon Humphrey.

With the Ravens set for a Wild Card week bye and the Steelers needing help on Sunday, here’s an instant analysis of the loss.

7 takeaways from first half as Ravens-Steelers are tied 7-7 in season finale

We’re looking at the takeaways from the first half of the season finale between Baltimore and Pittsburgh

The Ravens sat six starters and held out several key contributors, but the weather was an ally as rain engulfed M&T Bank Stadium in the first half on Saturday.

Baltimore overcame two fumbles, including one Melvin Gordon turnover that Pittsburgh recovered, and utilized a late second-quarter drive to even things at 7-7 to end the first half.

The Ravens were without Lamar Jackson, Odell Beckham, and Roquan Smith, among others, but got a timely turnover from Del’Shawn Phillips and some elite running after the catch by Isaiah Likely.

With the second half set to begin, here are takeaways and observations from the first half.

Ravens vs. Steelers: Five storylines to watch for in Week 18

We’re looking at five storylines to watch in the Week 18 matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers

Baltimore is 12-3, the No. 1 overall seed in the AFC, and they’ll enter Week 18 against the Steelers with nothing to officially play for.

Such a scenario allows John Harbaugh to rest his starters.

Several vital starters and contributors will play on Saturday afternoon, and we’re looking at five storylines to watch in the season finale.

Instant analysis of news Ravens are signing RB Dalvin Cook ahead of AFC playoffs

We’re looking at the instant analysis of the Baltimore Ravens signing running back Dalvin Cook to the practice squad

The best team in football added more depth at running back, as the Ravens agreed to a deal with Dalvin Cook to join the practice squad.

The Jets released the veteran four-time Pro Bowl running back this week, allowing him to join a contender ahead of the postseason.

The Ravens had signed Melvin Gordon III to the 53-man roster following the season-ending injury to rookie Keaton Mitchell, but Cook adds even more depth and gives Baltimore the option of elevating him from the practice squad in the playoffs.

With news of the move revealed, here’s instant analysis of the move.

Ravens 53-man roster for season finale vs. Steelers

We’re looking at the Baltimore Ravens updated 53-man roster for the Week 18 season finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers

The Ravens (12-3) have ruled out six players for Saturday afternoon’s season finale against the Steelers (9-7) at M&T Bank Stadium.

Baltimore will be the No. 1 seed in the AFC and has the luxury of resting players, while Pittsburgh will roll with Mason Rudolph at quarterback, as Mike Tomlin’s team needs a win and some help to get in the tournament.

With kickoff fast approaching, here’s an updated 53-man roster for the regular season finish.

Odell Beckham is among six players ruled out for the season finale vs. the Steelers

Ravens rule out six players for season finale vs. Steelers

With Baltimore already in possession of the AFC’s No. 1 seed and a first-round playoff bye, the Ravens ruled out six players before Saturday’s season-finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Steelers need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

The Ravens ruled out Lamar Jackson, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., guard Kevin Zeitler, cornerback Marlon Humphrey (groin), linebacker Malik Harrison (groin), and defensive back Daryl Worley (shoulder/ankle).

Tyler Huntley will get the start at quarterback.

AFC Pro Bowl: Baltimore Ravens 5 biggest snubs

We’re looking at five Baltimore Ravens that were 2023 NFL Pro Bowl snubs

The Ravens are the NFL’s best team, and the AFC power was properly represented on the Pro Bowl team, with seven players named.

Baltimore’s Pro Bowlers are quarterback Lamar Jackson, linebacker Roquan Smith, safety Kyle Hamilton, defensive tackle Justin Madubuike, center Tyler Linderbaum, linebacker Patrick Queen, and kicker Justin Tucker.

It’s the first time for Hamilton, Madubuike, Queen, and Linderbaum – all players General Manager Eric DeCosta drafted.

The process isn’t perfect, and there were several Ravens who were well deserving, and left off the list.