Fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers rejoice! A 2025 playoff berth is within reach following the results of two key Week 16 matchups, leaving Pittsburgh to control its own postseason destiny moving forward.

The Steelers’ win over the Detroit Lions and the Baltimore Ravens’ loss to the New England Patriots leave two very attainable Week 17 scenarios where Pittsburgh can clinch a playoff berth.

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Clinch scenario #1: Packers defeat Ravens

If the Packers defeat the Ravens on Saturday, Baltimore would drop to 7-9 on the season, giving the 9-6 Steelers enough of an advantage that, regardless of the outcome of the final two games, Pittsburgh would win the AFC North.

Clinch scenario #2: Steelers defeat Cleveland Browns

If the Ravens manage to pull off a win over the Packers to advance to 8-8, a Week 17 win against the Browns would give the Steelers a one-game lead over Baltimore, regardless of the outcome of their Week 18 head-to-head clash.

Regardless of which scenario is most likely to work out, the Steelers hold a clear path to locking up a playoff spot, and fans should be excited heading into Week 17.

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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers clinch playoff berth with Week 17 win or Ravens loss