The Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off in a key divisional matchup. Following their duel, a lot changed in the AFC North standings and the 2025 NFL Playoff picture.
Week 14 featured a historic AFC North rivalry between the Ravens and the Steelers. Both teams entered the game needing a win, as a loss would directly impact their playoff chances.
Neither Baltimore nor Pittsburgh has been outstanding this season. However, both remain in playoff contention, and the outcome of their Week 14 matchup significantly changed the outlook for each club.
AFC North standings after Week 14
All AFC North teams played during the first window of Week 14. Due to the results of each game, especially the Ravens loss’ to the Steelers, several changes occurred in the division standings.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6)
- Baltimore Ravens (6-7)
- Cincinnati Bengals (4-9)
- Cleveland Browns (3-10)
Playoff picture after Ravens vs. Steelers Week 14 game
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With the Ravens losing to the Steelers, Baltimore surrendered its spot as the AFC North leader. Pittsburgh reclaimed the division lead, improving to a 7-6 record after Week 14.
With some Week 14 games still remaining, the AFC Playoff picture currently looks like this:
Divisional Round
- 1st Seed – New England Patriots
Wild Card Round
- Indianapolis Colts (7th) at Denver Broncos (2nd)
- Los Angeles Chargers (6th) at Jacksonville Jaguars (3rd)
- Buffalo Bills (5th) at Pittsburgh Steelers (4th)
