Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet: Follow the AFC North during the Week 5 Bye

Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet is a weekly series featuring a quick glance at the upcoming Steelers game, including odds, records, things to watch for, and how to watch/listen to the game.

The Steelers head into their Week 5 bye with a 3-1 record and sole possession of first place in the AFC North, fresh off a gritty win over the Vikings in Dublin. It’s a well-timed break for a team nursing key injuries and looking to fine-tune its offensive line and receiver depth. While Pittsburgh rests, the rest of the division is in action: here’s where to watch the action to keep an eye on the Steelers division opponents.

Minnesota Vikings (2-2) at Cleveland Browns (1-3)

Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 9:30 AM ET | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

NFL Network/NFL+: Kenny Albert, Jonathan Vilma, Sara Walsh (field reporter)
Westwood One: Oliver Wilson, Byron Chamberlain

The Cleveland Browns are turning to rookie quarterback Dillion Gabriel for his first start against a Minnesota Vikings squad reeling from offensive injuries. QB Carson Wentz will get another start in place of J.J. McCarthy, with three starting offensive linemen ruled out for this matchup.

The Vikings stayed in the United Kingdom following their loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers last Sunday in Dublin, Ireland. We will see if the adjustment gives them an advantage over the one-win Browns.

Houston Texans (1-3) at Baltimore Ravens (1-3)

Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 1:00 PM ET | M&T Bank Stadium

CBS: Ian Eagle, J.J. Watt, Evan Washburn (field reporter)

The Houston Texans have lost close games all season but look to bounce back against a Baltimore Ravens team that could be missing QB Lamar Jackson, as well as several defensive starters in a battle of one-win teams.

Detroit Lions (3-1) at Cincinnati Bengals (2-2)

Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 4:25 PM ET | Paycor Stadium

FOX: Kevin Kugler, Daryl Johnston, Allison Williams (field reporter)

The Lions offensive juggernaut rolls into Cincy, where the Bengals are still trying to find their footing without Joe Burrow. Can his backup Jake Browning pull the upset at home?

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Steelers survive Dublin thriller with Vikings

The Steelers secured a thrilling 24-21 victory over the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, in what was an exciting international showdown.

Joe and Brian break down the key moments and standout performances that defined this matchup, including Aaron Rodgers connecting with DK Metcalf, Kenneth Gainwell’s breakout performance and the Steelers defense using “all hands in the pile” to secure the victory.

The hosts go into detail about the electric atmosphere at Croke Park, with Steelers Nation making a strong presence and adding to the intensity of the event, and how this important win is a building block for the foundation of an early season.