Robert Griffin III: Ravens are 'primed for a Super Bowl run when Lamar Jackson returns'

Baltimore's defense is playing very well, ranking third in points allowed per game (18.1) and fourth in total takeaways (24).

The Ravens are hopeful that QB Lamar Jackson will return this week as well. They're entering the fourth week of his PCL sprain, which was supposed to be a one to three week injury. 

However, does the fact that they've already clinched playoff spot alter the timeline of Jackson's return?

It may if the team doesn't want to put him in harms way to make sure he's healthy for the playoffs. But Baltimore still has a chance to win the AFC North, which would secure at least one home playoff game.

The Ravens face the AFC North-leading Bengals (11-4) in Week 18. But first, they host the Steelers (7-8) in Week 17, whom they defeated 16-14 three weeks ago.

Whichever way Baltimore decides to go, they've made it to the dance, and it may just have the right pieces to go all the way.