The Steelers faced a simple task to seal the AFC North title in Week 17. But Pittsburgh's stumble could portend an ugly end to the season.

A rapidly crystallizing NFL playoff picture could gain several degrees more clarity after Sunday's schedule is complete.

One byproduct of heated postseason races is that some squads have already fallen by the wayside. Sixteen are already out, and two more could go soon.

Here's where things stand in 2025 regular season's penultimate weekend.

The Steelers faced a simple task to seal the AFC North title in Week 17. But Pittsburgh's stumble could portend an ugly end to the season.

A Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers clash will be among several Week 18 season-finale matchups featuring major NFL playoff implications.