John Harbaugh gets real on why Ravens must not overlook Rams in Week 14

The Baltimore Ravens will return from their bye week with a home game against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 14. If this game had been played a month ago, the Ravens sure would have entered the contest as a double-digit favorite. Thanks to the Rams’ recent winning streak, this upcoming matchup is now being […]

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The Baltimore Ravens will return from their bye week with a home game against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 14. If this game had been played a month ago, the Ravens sure would have entered the contest as a double-digit favorite. Thanks to the Rams’ recent winning streak, this upcoming matchup is now being viewed through a completely different lens.

The Rams have flipped the script on their season ever since their bye week. Los Angeles has come away with a win in each of its last three games. Matthew Stafford and company made it three wins in a row following their convincing 36-19 home victory against the Cleveland Browns in Week 13.

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh is well aware that the Rams are not a side that any team should overlook.

"The Rams, we've been studying those guys really pretty much last week as well and they won three in a row," Harbaugh said during a press conference on Monday. "They're coming on. Sean [McVay] has done a really good job with their team. Their coaches have done a good job. They're young, built around two superstar players, one on offense, one on defense. … Playmakers, very physical team, play super hard on defense.

"It's just very impressive what they've done."

The Ravens and the Rams each have much to play for in Week 14. Baltimore is currently in possession of the No. 2 seed in the AFC, while Los Angeles is still well in the mix for a wild-card spot in the NFC.

"So, we recognize the challenge that's in front of us," Harbaugh said. "We understand what they're bringing. They're fighting for a playoff spot, but we're fighting for things, too. We have a lot to play for, so I'm confident our guys are going to be out there playing well and playing their best."

The Ravens are aiming to move to a 10-3 record on the season.