Bengals Defeat Steelers 19-17 to Stay Alive

The Cincinnati Bengals secured a crucial 19-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, keeping their playoff hopes alive amid a five-game winning streak. Joe Burrow led the Bengals, connecting with Ja'Marr Chase for a touchdown and throwing for 277 yards, while kicker Cade York contributed four field goals. However, Burrow sustained an injury during the game but returned to play, despite the absence of starting running back Chase Brown and wideout Tee Higgins due to injuries. The Steelers, who entered on a three-game losing streak, struggled offensively and failed to capitalize on opportunities, leading to their fourth consecutive loss. Pittsburgh will head into the playoffs as a lower seed, while Cincinnati needs to rely on losses from the Miami Dolphins and Denver Broncos in their respective games on Sunday to clinch a wild-card spot. This game marks the Bengals' fourth straight winning season, a feat they haven't achieved since 2011-2015.