Lamar Jackson is one of the two or three most dangerous players in football -- a legitimate MVP-caliber quarterback who can beat you through the air or on the ground on any given snap. The Ravens are built around Jackson's unique skill set with a physical offensive line, a creative run game, and a defense that prides itself on stopping the run first.
| Player | Team | Why They Matter |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Andrews | Ravens | One of Ravens's top players heading into this Week 17 matchup |
| Lamar Jackson | Ravens | One of Ravens's top players heading into this Week 17 matchup |
| Ray Lewis | Ravens | One of Ravens's top players heading into this Week 17 matchup |
| Joe Burrow | Bengals | Key player for Bengals that the Ravens defense will need to contain |
| Ja'Maar Chase | Bengals | Key player for Bengals that the Ravens defense will need to contain |
Baltimore enters every game as a legitimate threat to win, regardless of opponent or venue. The combination of Jackson's dual-threat ability and Derrick Henry in the backfield gives defensive coordinators nightmares all week in preparation. For Ravens fans, 2026 looks like another season with legitimate Super Bowl expectations and the roster to back them up.
| Storyline | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Ravens offense, Week 17 | How the unit performs under current 2026 roster and scheme adjustments |
| Bengals defense | The first test for Ravens skill players coming out of the preseason |
| Turnover margin | Week 1 games are often decided by turnovers before teams find their rhythm |
Shop Baltimore Ravens Fan Cave Plaques
Handmade wood plaques with licensed trading cards. Ready to hang.
The exact card may vary slightly from the one pictured -- you'll always get a genuine licensed card of this player.