In this critical AFC North matchup, the Cincinnati Bengals (8-6) host the Baltimore Ravens (8-6) at Paul Brown Stadium on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on CBS. The Bengals hold first place due to their previous 41-17 win over Baltimore this season.

Game Details:

• Spread: Bengals -3 (-115)
• Ravens +3 (-105)
• Over/Under: 45 points (-110)
• Moneyline: Bengals -160, Ravens +140

Key Stats:

• Bengals games have gone over 45 points in 11 of 14 games
• Ravens games have gone over 45 points in 7 of 14 games
• Combined average points per game: 50.3
• Both teams are 7-7 against the spread

Bengals' Advantages:

• Momentum from crucial Denver road win
• Strong passing offense (3rd in completion %, 3rd in yards per pass)
• Solid defense (4th in rush yards allowed, 8th in sack percentage)
• Previous success against Ravens defense
• Home field advantage

Ravens' Strengths:

• 6th in red zone touchdown percentage (63.3%)
• 3rd in rushes and rush yards per game
• Top-ranked rush defense
• Recent close games (lost last three by combined 4 points)

Prediction: Bengals should edge out the Ravens in a close game, particularly if Lamar Jackson remains sidelined. Cincinnati's home field advantage and offensive capabilities will likely be the difference makers.

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