Both Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry and Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris rank in the top ten in rush attempts during the 2024 season. Henry is ranked No. 1 with 184 attempts, while Harris is No. 8 with 157. Which running back will set the pace in Week 11 of AFC North divisional play?
Derrick Henry on his first Ravens-Steelers game: “I guess I won't be a Raven until we get a W.”
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Sunday's forecast could bring gloomy weather as the Steelers look to stay ahead of their AFC rival. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has already expressed concerns about defending the Ravens' very deep offense. So expect Tomlin to rely on Harris and the backup running back Jaylen Warren with numerous carries against the Ravens' No. 1 rush defense.
Najee Harris punches LB Bobby Wagner into the hole on this run.
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Henry's commitment could actually be more crucial for the Ravens if his team wants to win on the road. Because of Steelers linebacker TJ Watt's pass-rushing threat, Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken can't be happy with the passes this weekend. Granted, Henry, a minimum of 19 carries will be important if the Ravens want to dictate the tempo of the game.
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Tomlin never seems to be off schedule, and his determination is clearly evident in his commitment to Harris and the Steelers' ground game. Harris only has 645 total rushing yards compared to Henry's 1,120, but Tomlin insists on giving him the ball, knowing the offense depends on his performance. Ravens head coach John Harbaugh must keep an eye on the Steelers' game plan and counterattacks by using Henry to control the tempo of the game and expand the offensive attack.