What Steelers win means for AFC North standings, NFL playoff picture

Billy Heyen

What Steelers win means for AFC North standings, NFL playoff picture image

The Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business on Monday Night Football.

They were hosting the Miami Dolphins, and a win or a loss would have drastic implications.

The Steelers entered the night at 7-6. The Baltimore Ravens are 7-7.

First place in the AFC North Division was on the line.

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Are the Steelers in the playoffs?

As things stand, after Monday night, the Steelers would qualify for the playoffs if they started today.

They'd be the No. 4 seed in the AFC as division champs. 

There are still three games to play.

AFC North standings

The Steelers hold a one-game edge in the AFC North.

Pittsburgh is 8-6 with its win. The Ravens are 7-7.

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Steelers' remaining schedule

The Steelers have their toughest remaining game in a huge contest on both sides against the Detroit Lions in Week 16.

It's the lowly Cleveland Browns in Week 17.

And if the division isn't decided yet: Ravens at Steelers is on the Week 18 docket.

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