The Pittsburgh Steelers delivered a commanding performance on Sunday, routing the Cleveland Browns 27-14 at Acrisure Stadium.
Their dominant victory also kept their playoff aspirations burning bright.
With seven wins in their last eight games, including a sweet revenge victory against their sole loss during that stretch, the Steelers are hitting their stride at the perfect moment.
NFL analyst Tony Romo believes this team might be more than just a playoff contender.
After calling the game, Romo didn’t hold back his praise:
“They’re a complete football team. I think they might be the best, top two or three in the league, for sure. In all three phases. Offense, defense, special teams, they don’t really have a weakness. If they stay healthy, Pickens comes back, you’re gonna be fine.”
“I think [the Steelers] are a complete football team.”
–@tonyromo pic.twitter.com/0WvOxmRPg0
— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) December 8, 2024
While crowning the Steelers as the NFL’s top team might seem premature, Romo’s assessment carries weight.
The team has transformed into a well-oiled machine, particularly with their offense now consistently producing over 20 points per game.
Defensively, they’re proving to be a nightmare for opponents – stifling running games, pressuring quarterbacks, and creating critical turnovers.
The offensive arsenal looks equally impressive. Their ability to establish a ground game and connect on explosive plays keeps defenses guessing.
Moreover, special teams aren’t lagging either, with kicker Chris Boswell drilling his 11th 50-yard field goal in Sunday’s win, solidifying his reputation as one of the league’s most reliable kickers.
The Steelers’ path to the No. 1 seed received an unexpected boost after the Buffalo Bills’ loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
However, the road ahead is far from a victory lap.
Upcoming matchups against the Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Ravens, and Kansas City Chiefs will serve as critical litmus tests before the postseason.
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