Patriots Set To Take On Ravens In Divisional Round of Playoffs
Matt LaPan, Go Local Sports Reporter
Patriots Set To Take On Ravens In Divisional Round of Playoffs
Ravens Road To Gillette
The Ravens won the right to face the Patriots after defeating their AFC North rival, the Pittsburgh Steelers, 30-17 in the Wildcard Round of the NFL Playoffs, Saturday. The Ravens defense had a dominant performance on the short-handed Steelers, registering five sacks and intercepting Ben Roethlisberger two times.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTTheir offense struggled through much of the game, but Joe Flacco still managed 259 yards on 18-29 passing with two touchdowns. Justin Forsett was the leading rusher for the Steelers, but he managed just 36 yards on 16 carries. Steve Smith led the Ravens in receiving with 101 yards on five receptions. Torrey Smith and Crockett Gillmore hauled in one touchdown each.
Renewing The Rivalry
Saturday’s matchup will renew a playoff rivalry that has produced some of the most thrilling playoff games in the NFL in recent seasons. The Patriots have hosted the Ravens in three of the previous four playoffs — the 2012 and 2013 AFC Championship games and Saturday’s upcoming matchup.
Although the upcoming game will not directly determine who will be going to the Super Bowl, it could produce the favorite to represent the AFC. If the Patriots win, they remain the favorite. If the Ravens win, they could be destined for another run through the AFC -- much like in 2012.
Greatest Places in Providence to Watch Football
English Cellar Ale House
165 Angell St., Providence, RI 02906
Known on college hill as a great place to study and grab a bite to eat, English Cellar Ale House also has a wide selection of draft beers and a great many places to sit and still have a front-row view of your favorite team.
Ladder 133
133 Douglas Ave., Providence, RI 02903
This renovated firehouse is everything you could want in a sports bar: great atmosphere, great food and 30 televisions! Come watch every touchdown, and every let down at Ladder 133.
Photo: Ladder 133
The Ivy Tavern
758 Hope St.,Providence, RI 02906
Ivy Tavern has the perfect sports combination down: cold beer and scrumptious, hearty burgers!
Photo: Ivy Tavern
The Fatt Squirrel
150 Chestnut St., Providence, RI 02903
With stellar Yelp reviews, The Fatt Squirrel is a great place to be yourself, play some pool and watch the game with a drink in your hand.
Snooker's Bar and Grill
53 Ashburton St., Providence, RI 02904
Since 1989, Snooker's has hosted billiard tournaments, trivia nights and even celebrities like Ben Stiller, Matt Dillon, Orlando Bloom, and Conan O’Brian. Moreover, Snooker's has a lively atmosphere to immerse yourself in when it's game time!
Photo: Snookers
Whiskey Republic
515 South Water Street, Providence RI, 02903
Weekday nights are low-key at Whiskey Republic, and opportune for the sports fan who values a good meal and a well-made whiskey drink to boot.
Photo: Whiskey Republic
G Pub
61 Orange St., Providence, RI 02903
The new kid on the block is Providence's G Pub. Described as ESPN-Zone-esque this pub features great food and a casual atmosphere to sit down and enjoy America's past-time.
Photo: G Pub
Rick's Roadhouse
397 Westminster St., Providence, RI 02903
Rick's Roadhouse projects the latest sports games up on their wall for an in-your-face experience... not to mention the tasty wings and appetizers you can chow down on while you watch your favorite team.
Union Station Brewery
36 Exchange Terrace, Providence, RI 02903
Union Station Brewery is a member of the John Harvard's Brewery and Ale House family and it's bar hosts many television screens for you to view each play as you enjoy some delicious pizza, burgers or even a steak.
Photo: Union Station Brewery
The Abbey
686 Admiral St., Providence, RI 02908
Sometimes you just need to get away from the bustle and noise of a large-scale sports pub. If a cozy, intimate setting and amazing food sounds right up your alley head over to The Abbey.
Photo: The Abbey
