Today, I was thinking about the Steelers and whether they can make the playoffs. I started digging around to figure this out.
First, I checked the current situation. I found that the Steelers already got a spot in the playoffs. This happened in Week 15 when both the Dolphins and Texans lost their games. That was a piece of good news! But they’re still fighting for the AFC North title, which they haven’t won since 2020. What a long time!
Then, I looked at what needs to happen for them to win the division. It’s a bit complicated. I read that if the Steelers win all their remaining games, they will win the division because they have a better record against common opponents. Sounds promising, right?
- But, if the Ravens also win all their games and the Steelers lose even one, the Ravens will take the division with a better overall record. So, it’s a tough competition!
I also found out that in Week 16, they had a chance to clinch the division against the Ravens, but a late-game interception by Russell Wilson messed up their chances. That must have been heartbreaking for the fans.
After that, I checked the schedule. We’re entering Week 17 this weekend. If the Steelers win in Week 18 and the Ravens lose, that could change things, but it’s all uncertain. I saw that the Steelers have a record of 10-5, and the Bengals beat the Browns, which somehow affects the Steelers’ chances.
Finally, I learned that winning the AFC North would really help the Steelers get their first playoff win since 2017. They have a strong home-field advantage, which could be a big plus. I also came across a mention of the Chargers’ win over the Broncos in Week 16, which somehow impacts the Steelers’ playoff picture.
In conclusion
The Steelers are in the playoffs, but winning the AFC North is still up in the air. It depends on their performance and the Ravens’ results. It’s going to be an exciting end to the season!
