At a Glance
- The 8-8 Ravens face the 9-7 Steelers on Sunday Night Football.
- The game on Jan. 4 at Acrisure Stadium will decide the AFC North champion.
- The matchup is broadcast live on NBC and Peacock with a 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff.
- Why it matters: The winner earns a playoff spot while the loser is eliminated.
The final Sunday Night Football showdown of the 2025 regular season pits the Baltimore Ravens against the Pittsburgh Steelers in a de facto AFC North title clash. With both teams fighting for a postseason berth, the stakes could not be higher.
Game Overview
The Ravens, sitting at 8-8, have battled a rocky season that began 1-5 but surged after Lamar Jackson returned from injury. After an MVP quarterback injury in Week 16, backup Tyler Huntley kept Baltimore alive with a shootout win over the Packers in Green Bay last Saturday. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport said Monday the Ravens are cautiously optimistic that Jackson will play against the Steelers.
The Steelers, 9-7, come off a 13-6 loss to the low-lying Cleveland Browns that left their division title hopes in tatters. Head coach Mike Tomlin has already secured his 19th straight season without a losing record, but the team has not claimed the AFC North since 2020.
- Lamar Jackson’s return is a critical factor for the Ravens.
- The Steelers chase a division crown after a loss to the Browns.
- Mike Tomlin’s streak of non-losing seasons continues.
Broadcast & Viewing
The game will air live on NBC and Peacock. Mike Tirico will handle play-by-play, with Cris Collinsworth as analyst and Melissa Stark on the sidelines. Pregame coverage starts at 7 p.m. ET with Football Night in America, featuring Maria Taylor, Jason Garrett, Chris Simms, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, Mike Florio, Devin McCourty, Matthew Berry and Jac Collinsworth.
- Mike Tirico – play-by-play
- Cris Collinsworth – analyst
- Melissa Stark – sideline
| Team | Record | Key Player |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 8-8 | Lamar Jackson |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 9-7 | Aaron Rodgers |
Fans can stream the game on Peacock or NBC.com, and mobile viewers can use the Peacock mobile app on Apple/Android or the NBC mobile app.
The opening musical show, featuring a multi-platinum, GRAMMY Award-winning singer, will perform for the 13th straight season.
Key Takeaways
- The game on Jan. 4 at Acrisure Stadium is a de facto AFC North title match.
- Lamar Jackson’s return is a critical factor for the Ravens, while the Steelers chase a division crown.
- The broadcast lineup on NBC and Peacock includes Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, and Melissa Stark.
With the playoffs on the line, Sunday Night Football delivers a high-stakes showdown that could reshape the AFC North landscape.
