Ravens Control Their Fate as Lamar Jackson Nears Return

In this episode of The Flock Rundown, we break down the latest on Lamar Jackson's status heading into Sunday's AFC North showdown against Pittsburgh, including Ian Rapoport reporting that Lamar has a "much better chance" to play. We react to John Harbaugh confirming that Lamar will start over Tyler Huntley if he's healthy, and why the Ravens shouldn't overthink the game plan regardless. We explain why Baltimore must continue to lean on Derrick Henry, no matter who's under center, and how that identity gives them the edge in a winner-take-all divisional matchup. We also discuss reports that Steelers LB T.J. Watt is a long shot to play, how that changes the matchup, and why Pittsburgh's offense looks completely different without DK Metcalf. To wrap it up, we dive into Ravens salary cap and compensatory pick updates, then break down the Week 18 playoff scenarios and wild card odds, including who could be traveling to Baltimore or Pittsburgh in the first round. Everything you need heading into the most important game of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices