Ravens vs. Titans: Over/Under, Spread, Final Predictions, TV Info and More

The Baltimore Ravens hit the road to play the Tennessee Titans in what should be an easy win for the surging Ravens. 

At 1-0, Baltimore is feeling very good right now after demolishing the Pittsburgh Steelers, one of the top teams in the NFL. The offense and the defense looked very impressive in a 35-7 victory over their arch rival; they'll bring their sky-high confidence with them into Week 2. 

The Titans fell short of beating the Jacksonville Jaguars because they couldn't find a rhythm on offense. If that continues, the Ravens will take advantage and cruise right through this game. 

This is a good road test for the Ravens as they hope to shut down the elite Chris Johnson and prove they're one of the top teams in the AFC. With that, let's dig into some specifics about this Week 2 matchup. 

Where: LP Field; Nashville, TN 

When: Sunday, Sept. 18, 1:00 p.m. ET

Watch: CBS (check local listings) 

Over/Under 

According to bodog.com, the over/under is currently set at 38. If you bet the over, then you are claiming that you think the total score from this game will exceed 38 points.

I would take the over here because the Titans defense isn't going to be able to contain the Ravens' improving offense. The Titans will also put some points on the board, which will help kick the total over 38 points. 

Spread 

The Ravens enter this game as the favorite at minus-six-and-a-half, which seems a little low to me. Anything can happen, but Baltimore is much a better team and should be able to easily beat the Titans by a touchdown, maybe even two. 

Key Injuries

Ravens cornerbacks Chris Carr and Jimmy Smith have not practiced this week and are both questionable for this game. Carr has a thigh injury and Smith an ankle injury. Wide receiver Lee Evans also did not practice and is listed as questionable for this game with an ankle injury.

Titans defensive ends Derrick Morgan and Jason Jones are probable with knee injuries, and defensive end William Hayes is questionable for Week 2 due to a shoulder injury. Starting strong safety Chris Hope also has a shoulder injury and is listed as questionable for Week 2 as well.

Backup running back Javon Ringer has a back problem and is probable for Week 2, whereas backup receiver Damian Williams has a hamstring issue and is questionable.      

Fantasy Big Plays

A few Ravens you definitely want to start on your fantasy football team are Ray Rice, Joe Flacco and the Ravens defense. If you have any of these players, they are must starts—they will all be highly effective. Just like last week, they'll get you solid points.

One player to bench would be Titans running back Chris Johnson. Yes, he may have been your top pick, but after seeing limited carries in Week 1 and struggling to do anything with them against the Jaguars, Johnson will have a hard time finding success against this tough Ravens defense. 

Keys to Ravens Win 

Baltimore cannot get complacent after their impressive Week 1 win. If they overlook the Titans, they're going to be sorry, which is why they must stay focused. 

Another key to a Ravens victory is to shut down Chris Johnson. The Titans running back was clearly shaking off rust in Week 1 and he's going to be better on Sunday. The Ravens defense must keep him in check and make sure he doesn't break open a big play. 

Keys to Titans Win

Tennessee must work the ground-and-pound all day long. Chris Johnson only had nine carries in Week 1; the only reason for that was to prevent him from going too hard and getting hurt.

It's a different week, and now Johnson must carry the load for the Titans if they want to have any shot at winning.

Prediction 

This should be a no-contest for the Ravens, but there is that possibility that they will fall prey to thinking this is such a guarantee that it blows up in their face. The Titans aren't a terrible team and, with a veteran quarterback, they have a fighting chance to pull off the upset.

But in the end, the Ravens defense will prevail. Baltimore is the better team and they'll prove it with a big win over the Titans.

Baltimore 31, Tennessee 13