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Steelers clinch AFC North title over Ravens

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | By Cameron Joyce | Last updated Jan 5, 2026 1:42 AM ET

The Pittsburgh Steelers clinched the AFC North title over their bitter rivals the Baltimore Ravens by a final score of 26-24. It’s their first AFC North title since 2020.

THE STEELERS WIN THE AFC NORTH @budlight | @steelers | #ForTheCelly pic.twitter.com/R7TdjtA7rV

— NFL (@NFL) January 5, 2026

The game came down to the wire, with Ravens kicker Tyler Loop missing a 44-yard kick as time expired to give the Steelers the win.

Both offenses came alive in the fourth quarter, which saw a combined total of 27 points. Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers would score a 50-yard and and 64-yard touchdown just six minutes apart. Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III would score the game-winning touchdown with just a minute left.

With the win, the Steelers will now host the Houston Texans in the first round of the playoffs. As for the Ravens, they are eliminated from playoff contention for the first time since 2021.

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