Steelers Host Browns: Pittsburgh Aims to Extend Dominance in AFC North Clash

October 12, 2025
Steelers Host Browns: Pittsburgh Aims to Extend Dominance in AFC North Clash
  • This Sunday, the Pittsburgh Steelers, with a 3-1 record and favored by 5 points, host the 1-4 Cleveland Browns in an AFC North rivalry game at 1 p.m. EDT on CBS, with the Steelers aiming to maintain their division lead.

  • A key matchup will be Steelers left tackle Broderick Jones versus Browns star pass rusher Myles Garrett, with Pittsburgh likely providing extra help to contain Garrett, who is considered one of the league's best.

  • Coming off a bye week, the Steelers are well-rested after their overseas game in Dublin and have a 3-1 record this season, with most of their games hitting the over.

  • Historically, the Steelers have dominated this rivalry at home, winning 23 of the last 24 regular-season games against the Browns at Acrisure Stadium since 2001.

  • The Browns will start rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel, making his second NFL start after a solid debut against the Vikings, while the Steelers' defense looks to capitalize on their opportunistic but inconsistent play.

  • Cleveland's defense remains a strength, ranking second in the NFL in total defense and allowing the fewest rushing yards per game, led by Myles Garrett's pass rush.

  • Meanwhile, Cleveland's offense has struggled, scoring 17 or fewer points in 10 straight games, and will rely heavily on their offensive line and rookie Quinshon Judkins to establish the ground game.

  • The Browns' defense, ranked second overall, is formidable against the run and pass, but they have a negative turnover differential, which could be a factor in the game.

  • Steelers coach Mike Tomlin emphasizes focusing on improving performance rather than momentum, despite the team's division lead and early success.

  • Fans can watch the game on CBS and stream it on Paramount+ starting at 1 p.m. ET, with updates available via the CBS Sports app.

  • Myles Garrett has only faced Aaron Rodgers once, in 2021, and Rodgers recommends quick ball release to neutralize Garrett's pass rush.

  • The Steelers' offense ranks 29th overall but has a solid defense and a positive turnover differential, with key players like Jaylen Warren returning from injury.

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