The NFL’s relentless schedule waits for no one, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are facing that reality head-on.

Fresh off a tough 34-17 loss to the Ravens, the team was back grinding at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on Sunday.

Their next challenge? A Christmas Day showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs, who are hunting for a third straight Super Bowl title.

For Mike Tomlin and his crew, this two-game skid couldn’t have come at a worse time, especially with AFC North championship hopes hanging in the balance.

Despite recent setbacks, there’s a silver lining. NFL legend Bill Cowher sees serious potential in this Steelers squad.

“If Pittsburgh gets George Pickens back healthy, and T.J. Watt can get healthy for the playoffs, they’re a team that can run the ball and play defense and that travels,” Cowher emphasized.

Bill Cowher: “If Pittsburgh gets George Pickens back healthy, and T.J. Watt can get healthy for the playoffs, they’re a team that can run the ball and play defense and those two things travel.” #Steelers #NFL pic.twitter.com/ihATxku6sD

— Steelers Depot 7⃣ (@Steelersdepot) December 22, 2024

The Steelers’ injury front is showing promising signs. George Pickens looks ready to rejoin the action after sitting out three games with a nagging hamstring.

T.J. Watt’s recovery is also trending in the right direction as regular season play winds down.

At 10-5, the Steelers are ready to shake off their recent struggles. The schedule hasn’t done them any favors, with four of their last five games on the road resulting in a mixed 2-3 record.

Now, they’ll get to close out the regular season in familiar territory at home, though the quick turnaround presents its own challenges.

While their postseason spot is secure, every game counts as the Chiefs chase the AFC’s top seed.

Saturday’s defeat to Baltimore has certainly spiced up the AFC North race, with the Ravens pulling even with Pittsburgh.

Yet hope remains alive for Steelers Nation, winning their final two matchups would lock up both the division crown and a coveted home playoff game.

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