The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Carolina Panthers 24-16 Sunday afternoon. The Steelers rushed for 156 yards in the game, and held Carolina to just 21 yards on the ground. Najee Harris led the team with 86 yards on 24 carries and a touchdown. Mitch Trubisky was 17-of-22 for 179 yards as the Steelers starting quarterback with Kenny Pickett not available. He also rushed for a score. The Steelers swept all of the teams they faced from the NFC South this season.
The Steelers host the Las Vegas Raiders Saturday, Christmas Eve for an 8:15pm kick-off.
The Steelers remain tied with the Cleveland Browns at 6-8 and in last place in the AFC North.
Cincinnati took over the decision lead with a 34-23 win over Tampa Bay. The Bengals improved to 10-4. Baltimore fell to 9-5 after a 13-3 loss to Cleveland Saturday.
In Sunday Night Football – The New York Giants defeated the Washington Commanders 20-12.
Monday Night Football:
–Green Bay will host the Los Angeles Rams at 8:15pm.
–Buffalo clinched a playoff spot Saturday following their 32-29 win over Miami. They need one more victory, or a Dolphins loss to clinch the AFC East.
–Kansas City clinched the AFC West after a 30-24 win over Houston in overtime.
–Minnesota defeated Indianapolis 39-36 in overtime Saturday to clinch the NFC North.
–Dallas clinched a playoff spot despite a 40-34 loss in overtime to Jacksonville
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