In the United States, the Baltimore Ravens have dramatically turned their season around after a tough start of 1-5. With a bye week in Week 7, the Ravens were able to recover from injuries particularly to their star quarterback, Lamar Jackson. They managed to string together five consecutive wins following their bye, notably improving their standing in the AFC North, where they are now tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers after seeing a 3.5-game lead evaporate within six weeks. The Ravens' relatively easier schedule, post Week 6, allowed them to capitalize on their strong performance, beating teams with losing records. The Steelers, on the other hand, have faced challenges and struggles throughout their season, including an injury to key player Aaron Rodgers. The outlook for the Steelers on making the playoffs remains uncertain as they sit with only an 18 percent chance of postseason play, according to The Athletic’s NFL Playoff Simulator. Their upcoming schedule, which includes the Buffalo Bills, via Week 13, will be critical for their playoff chances. If the Steelers can win against the Bills and sweep their last games against the Dolphins, Browns, and Ravens, their chances would improve significantly. Despite holding the potential to make the playoffs, the Steelers must navigate a series of tough games, and their standing is precarious. If they lose both games to the Ravens and are unable to secure victories against the other AFC opponents, their odds of qualifying for the playoffs would diminish greatly. They must perform exceptionally well in these matchups, particularly against the Ravens who are direct competitors for the division title. The AFC North race is heating up as both the Steelers and Ravens look to solidify their positions. With the teams scheduled to meet twice more this season, these matchups are likely to be pivotal in determining playoff positioning. As the division rivals gear up for their contests, the implications of each game will heavily influence the overall playoff picture as the season progresses towards its conclusion.