The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently in a pivotal position as they navigate the last stretch of the 2025 NFL season. After an impressive start with a 4-1 record, their midseason struggles saw them tied with the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC North. Their recent 27-22 win against the Ravens has revitalized their playoff hopes.
Steelers Playoff Outlook: Odds and Schedule
With their victory in Week 14, the Steelers’ playoff probability surged from 32% to 66%, according to NFL Next Gen Stats. This win not only solidifies their standing at the top of the AFC North but also gives them crucial momentum heading into the final weeks of the season.
Remaining Schedule
Pittsburgh has a favorable remaining schedule, ranking as the seventh-easiest in the league. They will face just one team with a winning record, the Detroit Lions. Here’s a detailed look at their upcoming games:
- Week 15: vs. Miami Dolphins
- Week 16: at Detroit Lions
- Week 17: at Cleveland Browns
- Week 18: vs. Baltimore Ravens
AFC North Standings
As of now, the AFC North standings are as follows:
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 7-6
- Baltimore Ravens: 6-7
- Cincinnati Bengals: 4-8
- Cleveland Browns: 3-9
The Steelers hold not only a one-game lead over the Ravens but also the head-to-head tiebreaker, making their Week 18 matchup crucial for both teams. Should the Steelers gain more ground in the next few weeks, they could effectively secure the division title.
AFC Playoff Picture
The current AFC playoff landscape sees the following teams in contention:
- New England Patriots (11-2; AFC East leaders)
- Denver Broncos (10-2; AFC West leaders)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (9-4; AFC South leaders)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6; AFC North leaders)
- Buffalo Bills (9-4; wild card No. 1)
- Los Angeles Chargers (8-4; wild card No. 2)
- Indianapolis Colts (8-5; wild card No. 3)
In the hunt are the Houston Texans (7-5), Kansas City Chiefs (6-6), and Baltimore Ravens (6-7). Teams like the New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, and Las Vegas Raiders have already been eliminated from playoff contention.
As the Steelers gear up for the crucial stretch of the season, their playoff odds look promising, with both favorable matchups and a strong performance against direct rivals laying the groundwork for potential postseason success.
