The Baltimore Ravens secured a decisive 47-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday in a Week 13 matchup that clinched a playoff berth for Baltimore. Under head coach Joseph Roland, the Ravens improved to 11-2 while the Steelers fell to 2-11, already eliminated from postseason contention.

Baltimore asserted control early, with quarterback Sam Daniels leading the offense efficiently. Daniels completed 21 of 41 passes for 196 yards and four touchdowns, though he threw one interception. The Ravens' ground game was dominant, rushing 43 times for 270 yards and four touchdowns, adding a strong complementary balance.

The scoring opened in the first quarter after Daniels connected on a touchdown pass to John Condon with 9:03 remaining, giving the Ravens a 6-0 lead. Kicker Ryan McSweeney added the extra point to make it 7-0. McSweeney also hit a 52-yard field goal later in the quarter to extend the lead to 10-0.

Baltimore extended the advantage early in the second quarter with a 42-yard touchdown pass from Daniels to Jason Mahony. Mahony also contributed on the ground with two rushing touchdowns. Another touchdown pass to Mahony and later one to Condon pushed the score to 31-0 at halftime.

The Ravens continued their offensive pressure after halftime. Daniels threw four touchdown passes total, two to receivers Joshua Cervantes and John Condon. Cervantes also contributed 125 rushing yards and two receiving touchdowns, adding significant versatility.

Pittsburgh's offense struggled against Baltimore's stout defense, managing only 139 passing yards with no touchdowns and throwing two interceptions. Their rushing attack was ineffective, gaining only six yards on 12 carries. Defensive efforts by the Ravens included five sacks, two forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries, contributing directly to turnovers that stymied the Steelers’ possessions.

The Ravens’ defense also limited the Steelers to just one field goal on two attempts. Steelers quarterback Perry Tarrance threw for 139 yards and an interception in a losing effort. Pittsburgh failed to convert any opportunities on third downs.

With this win, Baltimore maintains a three-game winning streak and holds a 4-1 record within the division, solidifying its top position in the standings. The victory ensures the Ravens have clinched a playoff spot, continuing their season dominance.

Baltimore will look to build on this performance as they head toward the final stretch of the regular season.

Final score: Ravens 47, Steelers 3.