AFC North
Vegas gives the Ravens the highest expected score in the AFC North this week at about 27.3 points as 3-point favorites; the Browns are lowest at about 20. By EPA per play, the Ravens have the group's best offense (#7 in the NFL) and the Steelers the best defense (#6).
AFC North standings
| Team | Record |
|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 4-2 |
| Cleveland Browns | 4-2 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 4-2 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 3-2 |
Week 7 matchups
| Team | Opponent | Kickoff | Spread | Total | Team expected pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravens | vs Bengals | Sun, Oct 25, 1:00 PM ET | -3 | 51.5 | 27.3 |
| Bengals | @ Ravens | Sun, Oct 25, 1:00 PM ET | +3 | 51.5 | 24.3 |
| Browns | @ Titans | Sun, Oct 25, 1:00 PM ET | -1.5 | 38.5 | 20 |
| Steelers | @ Saints | Sun, Oct 25, 9:30 AM ET | -3.5 | 44.5 | 24 |
Spread is from that team's side (minus = favored). Expected points come from the Vegas total and spread. Lines: nflverse schedule data.
Top projected players this week
From BFN Hot Picks (PPR scoring), our own projection built from workload, Vegas totals, matchups and injury reports.
- Ravens: Derrick Henry (RB, 20.3 pts, range 9.7-31.2); Zay Flowers (WR, 19.1 pts, range 7.1-27.8); Tyler Huntley (QB, 16.4 pts, range 8.5-22)
- Bengals: Joe Burrow (QB, 24 pts, range 12.5-32.1); Ja'Marr Chase (WR, 18.9 pts, range 7-27.6); Chase Brown (RB, 15.5 pts, range 7.4-23.8)
- Browns: Deshaun Watson (QB, 16.3 pts, range 8.5-21.8); Harold Fannin (TE, 9 pts, range 3.7-15.3)
- Steelers: Aaron Rodgers (QB, 20.8 pts, range 10.8-27.9); Jaylen Warren (RB, 17.4 pts, range 8.3-26.7); Pat Freiermuth (TE, 10.1 pts, range 4.2-17.2)
Advanced stats: EPA ranks through week 6
| Team | Offense EPA/play | Offense success rate | Defense EPA allowed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravens | +0.10 (#7) | 47% (#8) | -0.02 (#16) |
| Bengals | +0.07 (#9) | 47% (#9) | -0.02 (#15) |
| Steelers | -0.05 (#21) | 42% (#20) | -0.06 (#6) |
| Browns | -0.07 (#25) | 40% (#24) | -0.03 (#10) |
EPA = expected points added per play (# = NFL rank; for defense, less allowed ranks higher). Computed by Breaking Fantasy News from nflverse play-by-play.
Latest AFC North news
- Saints arrive in Paris for Sunday's game against Steelers Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Former Browns defender released by Titans due to ‘incident,’ won’t face former team in Week 7 Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Opportunity opens for the next player up.
- Week 7 odds: Steelers open as slight favorites vs. Saints Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Bengals sign S Russ Yeast to their active roster ProFootballTalk · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Adds competition; watch the first depth chart after this move.
- Week 7 NFL Power Rankings 2026: Patriots, Panthers, Browns Among Biggest Risers After Wins Pro Football Network · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Browns offense still needs a spark, but these two players stepped up against Ravens Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Getting Defensive: Week 7 fantasy plays led by Vikings, Steelers; top streaming defenses Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Seven things Solak thinks: Colts were right to give Steichen more time? Eagles could trade stars? ESPN NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Target/touch shares shift on both teams. Re-check depth charts.
- NFL Draft's first-round gamble: What Jets, Browns can learn from Super Bowl winners and failed rebuilds CBS Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Bengals progress report: Grading special teams Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Ravens discussion: should Eric DeCosta make a trade with the Colts? Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Target/touch shares shift on both teams. Re-check depth charts.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers news: Bucs show progress in loss vs. Steelers Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
- Browns upcoming schedule before Thanksgiving, including bye week, trade deadline Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Target/touch shares shift on both teams. Re-check depth charts.
- Cleveland Browns news: The defense never rests in Browns Town Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- How a Jonathan Taylor trade could work for Colts and Cincinnati Yahoo Sports NFL · October 20, 2026Fantasy impact: Target/touch shares shift on both teams. Re-check depth charts.
- ‘It Is Ugly Over There’ — Former NFL MVP Criticizes League’s Steelers-Saints Game Plans Amid ‘Uncontrolled’ Riots in Paris Pro Football Network · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- ‘Love This,’ ‘This Man Is Cleveland’ — NFL Fans React to Jason Kelce Being Hyped for Browns’ 4–2 Start During ESPN’s ‘Monday Night Countdown’ Pro Football Network · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: No direct fantasy action needed.
- Steelers to sign WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to practice squad ProFootballTalk · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Adds competition; watch the first depth chart after this move.
- More major Rams injuries could boost Browns 2027 NFL draft pick position Yahoo Sports NFL · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Monitor status; backups gain value if he misses time.
- Report: Ravens re-sign K Jake Moody to practice squad Yahoo Sports NFL · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Adds competition; watch the first depth chart after this move.
- Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey reach personal milestones in Steelers win over Buccaneers Yahoo Sports NFL · October 19, 2026Fantasy impact: Results story; limited roster impact.
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