Ravens vs. Bengals Odds, Picks, Predictions Week 18: Defenses to Shine in AFC North Battle
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The Cincinnati Bengals won the AFC North in Week 17. The NFL announced new post-season scenarios for the playoffs. If the Ravens beat the Bengals in the wild-card round, a coin flip would determine who gets home-field advantage. Baltimore could move up to the fifth seed with a win and play the winner of the NFC South.
Ravens vs. Bengals is postponed due to inclement weather. The Bengals are 6.5 points favorites. Over 80% of bettors back the Bengals to cover.
The Ravens have lost two of their last three games, but their defense has been phenomenal. The Bengals' offense has scored 20-plus points in every game during their seven-game winning streak. It's hard to back the Bengals as 7-point favorites when the Ravens could hold them under 20 points.
FanDuel is the only sportsbook offering the spread as Ravens +7.5. The extra half-point makes this an interesting parlay opportunity.