A big-time battle of birds is highlighting Week 13's Sunday slate. The NFC East-leading Philadelphia Eagles (9-2; 7-4-0 ATS) are taking on the high-flying Baltimore Ravens (8-4; 6-5-1 ATS) at 4:25 p.m. EST. M&T Bank Stadium is the site of this highly anticipated matchup. The Eagles have won seven straight games, while Baltimore is coming off a win on Monday night over the LA Chargers. When these teams met four years ago, the Ravens returned home with a 30-28 road win. Can they beat the Eagles again now that they're home?
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Read on for our Eagles vs. Ravens prediction.
Philadelphia Flying Free
Seven straight wins have the Eagles primed for a home playoff game. They've shaken off last season's brutal finish and then some. The turnaround is possible because of a defense allowing the sixth-fewest points per game. Philadelphia holds foes to the fewest yards per pass attempt and second-fewest yards per play. They surrender 4.3 yards per carry (11th). This unit has 33 sacks (9th) and 14 takeaways (t-13th) helping them out. Philly is limiting foes to 15.2 points per game on the road. Are they ready for the Ravens?
After an uneven start (by their standards), the Eagles have scored more than 25 points in six straight. They're seventh in scoring with 26.9 points per contest. Saquon Barkley leads the NFL in rushing yards and yards per attempt. Jalen Hurts is fourth in yards per pass attempt and has 11 rushing TDs. Philadelphia is eighth in yards per play and tied for the eighth-fewest giveaways. Barkley leads the NFL with 1,392 yards rushing (10 TDs) and Hurt is second in the NFL with 11 rushing TDs. Will their run continue?
Key Injuries - DeVonta Smith (questionable); Darius Slay Jr. (out)
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Baltimore Battling For Division
It's tough to remember that this Ravens team began the season 0-2. Right now, they're half a game back of the AFC North lead. Led by sensational two-time MVP Lamar Jackson, Baltimore's offense is better at moving the ball than every other team. He and Derrick Henry combine to create the NFL's top rushing attack. Jackson averages the most yards per pass attempt and owns the league's top passer rating. This offense is first in yards per play and second in points per game. The offensive line has allowed the third-fewest sacks and only three teams have fewer giveaways than the Ravens. Henry ranks second behind Barkley with 1,325 rushing yards. Is Sunday going to be another walk in the park?
Defensively, Baltimore isn't quite as sharp. They allow 24.5 points per game (23rd) and it doesn't get any better at home (32.8 ppg). That's despite a run defense that holds foes to the fewest yards per carry. Rather, the Ravens have surrendered more passing yards than every other team. This year's unit is 26th in yards per pass attempt. The pass rush has 39 sacks (3rd) to help hide the back seven. Baltimore's 11 takeaways (t-18th) haven't been enough of a factor to mask the secondary. They do get LB Roquan Smith back from a hamstring injury that caused him to miss the Chargers' game and the last part of the Steelers' loss (18-16). How will they handle the Eagles?
Key Injuries - Kyle Van Noy (doubtful)
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Best Bets for Philadelphia Eagles vs. Baltimore Ravens
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It's tough to trust the Ravens with that pass defense, especially against an Eagles team with two great WRs. Baltimore has to respect the run given what Saquon Barkley is doing. A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith will have a field day. The Ravens allow 32.8 points per game at home, and an Eagles offense averaging 31.7 points in their last six will take advantage.
On the other side of the ball, Philadelphia is sturdy enough against the run to get in manageable third downs. A pass defense that allows the fewest yards per attempt can compete with the reigning MVP. The Eagles are familiar with mobile QBs. Take Philly to extend their winning streak.
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These offenses are nearly unstoppable when they're calling the right plays. Baltimore is putting together one of the most dominant offensive seasons in NFL history. They don't turn the ball over, they don't allow sacks, they gain more yards per rush than every team, and they're the most efficient passing outfit. Philadelphia will struggle to stop them.
On the other side, a Ravens defense that is one of the worst against the pass won't have answers for the Eagles through the air. If Baltimore overcommits to stopping the pass, the NFL's leading rusher is ready to rumble through the newfound holes. The Eagles have consistently scored 25+ points in their past six games. Bet on the over in this battle.
