The Pittsburgh Steelers were fast out of the gates before their success rate plummeted, while the Baltimore Ravens had a chilly start before heating up.

The two bitter rivals are in the same spot -- a 6-6 record, tied atop the AFC North -- entering Sunday's divisional showdown in Baltimore.

The Ravens were a shaky 1-5 before their bye and then rattled off five straight victories. The last four came after Lamar Jackson's return to health, but then Baltimore was soundly beaten 32-14 by the Cincinnati Bengals on Thanksgiving.

Pittsburgh was 4-1 before sliding downward. The Steelers were shamed 26-7 at home by the Buffalo Bills last Sunday for their fifth setback in seven games.

Adding to the importance level is that the two teams meet again in Pittsburgh in Week 18.

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