Pittsburgh Steelers Clinch Playoff Spot Despite Loss to Philadelphia Eagles
The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a playoff berth despite a 27-13 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The team’s victory was ensured by losses from the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts, guaranteeing their spot in the postseason. This marks the second consecutive playoff trip for the Steelers and the 12th under head coach Mike Tomlin’s 18-year tenure.
Although they lost the battle, the Steelers remain atop the AFC North with a 10-4 record, but their lead is now slim, trailing the Baltimore Ravens by just one game following their win over the New York Giants. The team faces a challenging stretch to close out the regular season, including a road game against the rival Ravens, a home game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day, and a final matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18.
With their playoff ticket in hand, the Steelers will look to snap their five-game postseason losing streak and win their first playoff game since 2016, when they advanced to the AFC Championship Game.