The rivalry between the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers intensifies as Pro Bowl linebacker Patrick Queen transitions from Baltimore to Pittsburgh with a lucrative three-year deal. Queen's departure was marked by feelings of being unwanted, as he expressed disappointment over not receiving a contract offer from the Ravens, who were constrained by salary cap issues.

As Queen prepares to face his former team, he aims to demonstrate that the Ravens made a mistake in letting him go. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson acknowledges the unique challenge of facing Queen in a game setting, highlighting the emotional stakes involved.