Ravens Secure Playoff Spot, Deny Steelers AFC North Title
Baltimore’s victory over Pittsburgh clinches a playoff berth while keeping the Steelers from securing the AFC North crown
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Baltimore: The Ravens are back in the playoffs after a wild game against the Steelers. They won 34-17, and it was a big deal for both teams.
The Ravens pulled off a crucial pick-six in the fourth quarter, which really helped them pull away. The Steelers needed this win to clinch the AFC North, but now both teams are tied at 10-5 with two games left.
It’s a bit of a nail-biter for the Ravens, though. They still need some help to secure the division. If both teams win their last games, the Steelers would take the crown based on tiebreakers. But the Steelers have a tough road ahead with the Chiefs and Bengals coming up.
You can feel the frustration in Pittsburgh. They’ve had a solid season, but this loss stings. Instead of celebrating a division title, they now have to win out to have a shot.
On the flip side, the Ravens have shown they can be contenders. They’ve had some ups and downs this season, but if the Steelers falter, Baltimore could snatch the AFC North title and make some noise in the playoffs.
The first half was a bit of a rollercoaster. The Steelers started strong but had a costly fumble that shifted momentum. Baltimore capitalized on that mistake and took a 17-10 lead into halftime.
In the third quarter, the Steelers tied it up with a great touchdown catch from Cordarrelle Patterson. But the Ravens quickly responded, regaining the lead with a touchdown from Mark Andrews.
Then came the game-changing moment. After a missed opportunity for the Steelers, Russell Wilson threw a bad pass that was picked off by Marlon Humphrey, who took it back for a touchdown. That really sealed the deal for Baltimore.
With this win, the Ravens are looking strong. They’ve got a solid team with a two-time MVP quarterback and a defense that’s starting to find its groove. After this game, they’re back in the playoff picture and eyeing that AFC North title.