By Josh The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for another competitive season in 2025, with a slate of intriguing matchups across the AFC and NFC. Here’s a breakdown of their key opponents and the historical context behind these games:
AFC North and Familiar Foes
As usual, the Steelers will face their AFC North rivals—the Ravens, Bengals, and Browns—twice each. These divisional battles will play a pivotal role in determining the Steelers’ playoff chances in 2025.
Other AFC Opponents
As the second-place finisher in the AFC North, the Steelers will face off against other second-place teams from the AFC West and AFC South:
- Indianapolis Colts (8-9): The Colts will travel to Pittsburgh, where the Steelers have dominated historically, holding a 17-2 all-time home record against them.
- Los Angeles Chargers (10-7): The Steelers will play the Chargers on the road, a venue where they’ve gone 9-7 all-time, including a split record of 1-1 in Los Angeles. The teams faced off in 2024, with the Steelers winning their home opener, 20-10, but losing to the Colts, 27-24, the following week in Indianapolis.
NFC Crossover Opponent: Seattle Seahawks
The 17-game schedule includes a crossover matchup with an NFC team that finished in the same position in its division two years prior. For the Steelers, this means hosting the Seattle Seahawks, who finished second in the NFC West with a 10-7 record in 2024. Despite their impressive season, the Seahawks narrowly missed the playoffs. Historically, the Steelers have fared well at home against Seattle, boasting a 9-3 record in Pittsburgh.
What Lies Ahead
With a mix of familiar divisional clashes, historical rivalries, and intriguing cross-conference matchups, the Steelers’ 2025 schedule is set to challenge their consistency and adaptability. Whether playing at home or on the road, these games will test their ability to contend in a competitive AFC landscape.