The Steelers had won three straight after a 2-6 start, while the Ravens were trying to put together a winning streak for the first time since September.
Neither team is accustomed to playing on Thanksgiving. The Ravers are 1-0 all-time on the holiday,China Jerseys, while the Steelers were hoping for their first turkey day win since a 28-17 triumph over Chicago Cardinals in 1950.