LT Ronnie Stanley vs. DE Jonathan Greenard

Greenard led the Texans with 12.5 sacks this season and was a headache in the Ravens' Week 1 win. Stanley has been playing better in recent weeks, and he's going to need to be in top shape to slow down the Texans pass rush. Houston also has No. 3-overall pick Will Anderson Jr. coming off the other edge, so it's not like they can gameplan to take one rusher out of the mix.

LB Roquan Smith vs. QB C.J. Stroud

Smith is an intimidator in the middle of the Ravens defense. Stroud has flourished because he hasn't gotten rattled this year. Smith will try to change that, and his ability to come as a blitzer, drop in coverage, and hit anything that moves will be used to make Stroud think twice. Any hesitation means trouble for the rookie quarterback.

WR Odell Beckham Jr. vs. CB Derek Stingley Jr.

This is a battle of LSU products. Beckham has played his best on the biggest stages and is looking to be a clutch player the Ravens can lean on in the playoffs. Stingley has become one of the league's better cornerbacks this season and is the clear top threat in Houston's secondary.

CB Brandon Stephens vs. WR Nico Collins

Collins isn't a household name yet, but he finished with the eighth most receiving yards (1,297) this season. With his long strides and large frame, Collins is a big-play threat down the field. He averaged 16.2 yards per catch this season. Stephens does not panic on deep throws and the Ravens have done a good job keeping a lid on offenses this year.

FB Patrick Ricard vs. LB Christian Harris

Harris was one of the Texans' heroes of their wild-card win over the Browns with a 36-yard interception return for a touchdown that basically iced the game. For as much attention as Lamar Jackson will get, don't be surprised to see Baltimore try to pound the Texans up front with their running game and fullback sledgehammer.