Picking the Ravens over the Steelers is almost too easy. We also like the Seahawks over the 49ers and Bucs over Panthers in critical games.

The Detroit Lions (8-8) visit the Chicago Bears (11-5) at Soldier Field in Chicago for a Week 18 showdown, and USA TODAY's panel of NFL experts have locked in their picks and predictions for the action. Here's everything you need to know before kickoff on Sunday, January 4, including live updated odds and injury report news.

The AFC North title and the playoff berth that comes with it will be on the line when the Baltimore Ravens battle the Pittsburgh Steelers on