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Steelers' Mike Tomlin walks out of the tunnel ahead of a game against the Ravens in Baltimore during the 2025 season. That kind of flexibility and modern approach is exactly what teams look for when considering the next generation of head coaches, especially organizations searching for a new voice and a fresh vision. Tomlin has not won a playoff game since the 2016 season, and while the idea of Pittsburgh outright firing him has long sounded far-fetched, the pressure continues to build as the years go by without postseason success. Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin and former quarterback Kenny Pickett speak to one another on the sideline as the team participates in a professional football game on the road. On top of that, Head Coach Mike Tomlin has never had a quarterback develop properly in his 19-year tenure as head coach, aside from Ben Roethlisberger.

Judon could serve the Steelers well as a depth or rotational piece come playoff time, giving the Steelers even more options at linebacker should they need it. The Steelers have been labeled an intriguing option for Aviator a team that could end up claiming Judon, primarily due to the injuries the team has at linebacker. Amid the speculation on where Judon could eventually land, whether being claimed by a team or free to sign where he wants in free agency, one option has already generated some speculation. The injuries to both Herbig and Seumalo are still being evaluated and both are questionable for the upcoming matchup against the Detroit Lions. The Steelers did what they had to do to put themselves firmly in control of the AFC North with three more weeks left to play.

The win puts Pittsburgh one step closer to winning the division title, but Head Coach Mike Tomlin had a message for his team after the game during his post-game press conference. The Lions were called for an offensive pass interference penalty that ended the matchup, despite the Lions scoring on a wild fumble that was recovered by the offense. The game was decided on the final play as Detroit's offense was driving the ball down the field and had the football within the Steelers' 10-yard line while needing just a touchdown to take the lead and win the contest. Hopefully this allows the run game to flow smoother, which should be beneficial for the offense as a whole. This gives the offensive line a boost as he is a key in the running game, but this also allows Spencer Anderson to focus solely on being the extra offensive lineman that comes in in running situations. This means all players who were fighting injuries throughout the week will be good to go, which is a good sign for a great matchup on Sunday night.

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This is one of the instances where a Week 18 matchup is a playoff game essentially in its own right, despite the fact that it is still being played under the guise of a regular season matchup. The team currently has a record of 8-6, which gives it the lead in the AFC North with just three games remaining in the regular season. Steelers linebacker TJ Watt attempts to sack Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson during Pittsburgh's win in Week 11 of the 2024 NFL regular season. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) during a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025 in Baltimore, MD. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers throwing the ball downfield in the team's Week 14 game against the Baltimore Ravens.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had many reports surrounding their offensive coordinator come out as the 2025 season comes to a close. They aren't allowing their players to develop heavily in in-game situations. He, like Johnson, have been scratched for the last few games. Wilson played in one game in his rookie season, where he logged just five snaps.

• What helps his case is the fact that there are very few high-level offense-driven minds available for that role, which means he will likely get plenty of calls.
• Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin shakes hands with former New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers after a game as quarterback Russell Wilson looks on in the background.
• There's no doubt that Kingsbury was not good as a head coach, but like Smith, he may be more comfortable as an offensive coordinator.
• Wilson played in one game in his rookie season, where he logged just five snaps.

For the first time in four years, Rodgers is positioned to make the postseason with legitimate expectations. Of course, all of this speculation could disappear quickly if the Steelers beat the Ravens and go on a deep playoff run. Stability has long been Pittsburgh’s identity, but stability without postseason success can eventually turn into stagnation. "The Steelers, Ravens and Bills have generated conversation in recent weeks," Breer said. Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin roams the practice field as his team works out during a 2025 training camp practice at St. Vincent College in Latrobe, PA.

Steelers offensive lineman Spencer Anderson (74) during 2025 training camp in Latrobe, PA. Anderson has been a great player for Pittsburgh as the sixth offensive lineman, but when he has to start at left guard in place of Seumalo, it does complicate things. Austin hasn't had an extremely productive season for Pittsburgh due to multiple injuries, but he will have a chance to put numbers up as DK Metcalf is still suspended.

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The passing game struggled in Week 17, so hopefully Austin's return can make things flow a little easier in that regard. Both James Pierre and Brandin Echols are good to go for the game against the Ravens. Pittsburgh has a clean bill of health going into this game, which means a lot of key players will be returning to the lineup. That would also allow for Pittsburgh to rest starters in Week 18, which would be great for one of the older teams in the NFL. If the Steelers lose to Detroit and Baltimore beats New England, there is no way for the division to be decided outside of the head to head that will take place in Pittsburgh in Week 18. The Ravens have a tough schedule ahead with New England in Week 16 and the Green Bay Packers in Week 17, but now the Ravens should probably beat the Patriots.

Usually when teams get a big win during the regular season the group might get the following Monday off, but that is not going to be the case this time around. Pittsburgh had a lot of questions surrounding the health of some key players going into this game, but it was announced after practice on Friday that the team has no injury designations for the matchup. The winner of the game will be the AFC North's lone representative in the playoffs, and the champion of the division will be hosting a playoff game on Wild Card Weekend. The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for the team's biggest game of the 2025 season as the group will take on the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday Night Football in Week 18. History states that the Ravens and the Steelers typically split their season series, which doesn't bode well for Pittsburgh going into that matchup in the regular season finale. Mike Vrabel says Harold Landry, Christian Barmore, Carlton Davis, and Marcus Jones are questionable ahead of this week’s game against the RavensRobert Spillane has been ruled be out

With Warren getting extended before the season, Gainwell may have played his way to a bigger contract elsewhere. The Steelers' lack of trust in their young offensive weapons is alarming. Many speculate that he's likely played his last game as a Steeler. The Steelers' failure to draft and develop offensive skill positions is starting to bite them. However, the game has just seemingly moved too fast for Johnson to start his career. Johnson was supposed to fit right into the Steelers' offense, coming from a wide-zone heavy offense in college.

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers embraces Head Coach Mike Tomlin after a big win on the road against the Detroit Lions in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL Season.

Judon now heads to the waiver wire, and if he goes unclaimed by any team, he will hit free agency and be able to sign with any organization he pleases. Despite the positive momentum this win generated for the Steelers, this game didn't come without some new problems emerging. Overall, the win was as dominant as you can get on both sides of the ball, continuing the positive momentum as the playoff push begins in earnest. The Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business on Monday night, defeating the Miami Dolphins in one of the best performances, if not the best performance the Steelers have put up throughout the course of the 2025 regular season. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers throwing ball downfield in Steelers Week 14 Game at Baltimore Ravens

If Pittsburgh wants a legitimate chance at the postseason, the Ravens need to drop the next two games while Pittsburgh wins at least one, or the Steelers need to win the next two games while the Ravens lose at least one as mentioned above. The Steelers decided they'd seen enough from the rookie, who was inactive for the last three games of the regular season. The Pittsburgh Steelers have won four of their last five games of the regular season to clinch the AFC North for the first time since 2020.