The AFC North Blog

  1. What Ben Roethlisberger's Return from Injury Would Mean for Pittsburgh Steelers

    It's looking more likely that the Pittsburgh Steelers could have quarterback Ben Roethlisberger back in action this week when the team hosts the San Diego Chargers ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 7,562 reads 24 comments

  2. Terrell Suggs Has Torn Biceps, Seeks Second Opinion and More AFC North News

    Indeed, the injury suffered by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs on Sunday is potentially serious, with Aaron Wilson and Jeff Zrebiec of the Baltimore Sun reporting that Suggs has a torn biceps in his right arm...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 452 reads 1 comments

  3. Breaking Down How Steelers RT Kelvin Beachum Fared Against the Ravens

    When the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted offensive lineman Kelvin Beachum in the seventh round of this year's draft, it was likely with the future in mind...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 4,258 reads 8 comments

  4. What the Baltimore Ravens Can Learn from 23-20 Loss to Pittsburgh Steelers

    The Baltimore Ravens dropped to 9-3 on the season after Sunday's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers . While they are in little danger of losing their lead in the AFC North because ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 1,222 reads 1 comments

  5. Terrell Suggs Injures Arm in Loss to Steelers and More AFC North News

    Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs left Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth quarter with an apparent right arm injury...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 1,758 reads 0 comments

  6. Steelers vs. Ravens: Ravens Outplayed by Steelers, Are Handed Rare Home Loss

    All signs pointed to this week's meeting with the Pittsburgh Steelers to be an easy win for the Baltimore Ravens ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 1,240 reads 17 comments

  7. Bengals vs. Chargers: Bengals Hold Chargers to Zero 2nd-Half Points in Win

    Quarterback Andy Dalton snapped his three-week streak of no interceptions while his offense showed signs of its previous inconsistency, but the Cincinnati Bengals still managed ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 1,536 reads 4 comments

  8. Steelers vs. Ravens: Charlie Batch-Led Steelers Shock Ravens in Baltimore

    The Baltimore Ravens don't generally lose games at home—in fact, before this Sunday, the last time they fell on their home field was in 2010, against the Pittsburgh Steelers ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 4,380 reads 23 comments

  9. Browns vs. Raiders: Defeating Oakland Provides Browns with Measurable Progress

    Apparently the 13th time is the charm for the Cleveland Browns . That's how many road games it's taken for the team to pick up a win, and they did so in textbook manner on Sunday, defeating the Oakland Raiders , 20-17...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 2,889 reads 47 comments

  10. Steelers vs. Ravens: How Pittsburgh Can Avoid a 3rd Straight Divisional Loss

    In the span of just two weeks, the Pittsburgh Steelers have gone from having one of the best offenses in the NFL to the worst, and the result has been two straight losses, both within their AFC North Division...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 1,282 reads 7 comments

  11. Bengals vs. Chargers: Pass Rush Is the Key to Stopping San Diego

    While the Cincinnati Bengals offense has been particularly productive over their three-game winning streak, it will be the defense that makes all the difference in their meeting ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 798 reads 3 comments

  12. Ray Lewis to Be on Field for the Ravens in Week 16 and More AFC North News

    There appears to be an official date for Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis ' return to action. According to ESPN , who spoke with a Ravens team source, Lewis should be back on the field for their Week 16 contest against the Denver Broncos ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 522 reads 0 comments

  13. Steelers vs. Ravens: How Baltimore Can Complete Its Sweep of Pittsburgh

    On Sunday afternoon, the Baltimore Ravens could pull off one of the more difficult coups in the AFC North—sweeping the Pittsburgh Steelers for the second season in a row, something they've never done before...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 2,049 reads 9 comments

  14. Browns vs. Raiders: What to Watch for as Cleveland Seeks 2nd Straight Win

    The Cleveland Browns haven't put together a two-game win streak since early last season, but it hasn't been for lack of trying...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 3,992 reads 35 comments

  15. Bengals Tackle Andrew Whitworth Still Angry with Raiders and More AFC North News

    Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth is apparently still upset about the fight Oakland Raiders players started with him in his team's Week 12 win, reports Joe Reedy of the Cincinnati Enquirer ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 1,114 reads 2 comments

  16. Pittsburgh Steelers Progress Report: More Changes in Store for Week 13

    Having to make adjustments on the fly is nothing new to the Pittsburgh Steelers , but it seems like over the past three weeks they've had to cram in a season's worth of changes...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 7,361 reads 13 comments

  17. Cincinnati Bengals Progress Report: Keeping Playoff Hopes Alive in Week 13

    The Cincinnati Bengals ' Week 12 blowout of the Oakland Raiders marked their third straight win as well as the second time this season they have strung together a chain of three victories...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 2,402 reads 4 comments

  18. Boomer Esiason's Blueprint to Fix the Cleveland Browns and More AFC North News

    The Cleveland Browns are a three-win team that needs to improve in a number of areas, and everyone seems to have an opinion on how to fix them...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 2,297 reads 2 comments

  19. Baltimore Ravens Progress Report: The Playoffs Are Nearly in Baltimore's Grasp

    For all of the injuries, the free agents who moved onto other teams, the inconsistent offensive play on the road and the struggles of the defense to stop both the run and the pass ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 1,873 reads 11 comments

  20. Cleveland Browns Progress Report: How to Turn a Win into a Win Streak in Week 13

    The Cleveland Browns got their third win of the season in Week 12, defeating the rival Pittsburgh Steelers , 20-14...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 4,197 reads 31 comments

  21. Pittsburgh Steelers Demote Rashard Mendenhall and More AFC North News

    There's been a shakeup in the Pittsburgh Steelers ' depth chart, reports Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 4,816 reads 1 comments

  22. The Cincinnati Bengals Are the AFC North's Most-Balanced Team

    Balance. It's the most coveted quality for an NFL team to possess. To be strong on defense against both the run and the pass, to run the ball well, pass it just as proficiently ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 3,202 reads 9 comments

  23. The Steelers' Quarterback Situation Is an Albatross Hanging Around Their Necks

    The Pittsburgh Steelers ' Week 12 loss to the Cleveland Browns can be blamed on a lot of things—those eight turnovers, with a fumble apiece for each of the team's running ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 5,688 reads 31 comments

  24. Ray Lewis to Return to Action for Baltimore Ravens and More AFC North News

    Jason Butt of CBS Sports is reporting that Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis could be ready to come off of injured reserve and take the field in Week 15, when his team takes on the Denver Broncos ...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 592 reads 1 comments

  25. Ravens vs. Chargers: Joe Flacco's Arm Plus Ray Rice's Legs Equal Ravens OT Win

    It took nearly 75 minutes to do it, but the Baltimore Ravens pulled out the hard-fought win over the San Diego Chargers , 16-13, thanks to a 38-yard Justin Tucker field goal with 1:12 left in overtime...

    Andrea Hangst Written by Andrea Hangst about 6 months ago 2,605 reads 21 comments