Ravens Clinch Playoff Berth with 34-17 Win; Humphrey's Pick-Six Highlights Victory

Dec 22, 2024, 12:28 AM

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 34-17 on Saturday at M&T Bank Stadium, pulling into a tie for first place in the AFC North with identical 10-5 records. Lamar Jackson threw three touchdown passes and one interception, finishing with 207 passing yards on 15-of-23 attempts. Marlon Humphrey recorded his first career pick-six, a 37-yard interception return off Russell Wilson early in the fourth quarter, extending the Ravens' lead. Humphrey now has six interceptions this season. The Ravens' defense forced two turnovers, including Humphrey's pick-six. Baltimore rushed for 220 yards, with Derrick Henry contributing 162 yards on 24 carries. The victory ended the Ravens' four-game losing streak to the Steelers. With the win, the Ravens clinched a playoff berth for the sixth time in seven seasons. The AFC North title remains up for grabs; while both teams are tied, the Steelers currently hold the tiebreaker advantage and would win the division if both teams win their final two games.