Slight delay on the start of the open thread, I apologize.

As it is, we've got some intriguing early games to keep our eyes on in preparation for tonight's Ravens at Steelers game on Sunday Night Football.

One of those games is Cleveland vs. Dallas, as the Steelers play both of these teams down the stretch of the 2011 season. Don't expect the Browns to kneel down in front of the Steelers, while their rookie quarterback looks a lot like a rookie, their defense is aggressive, physical and have the ability to play with any offense in the league.

They're doing it now to the Cowboys, even without cornerback Joe Haden.

Cincinnati takes on the bane of the AFC North's top two teams, the Kansas City Chiefs. Could be an intriguing game, as the Bengals' playoff chances get thinner with each passing day.

Stick around here, talk about the upcoming game, there's some time still to kill, so hang out on BTSC and let us know what you're seeing.