After their loss to the Cleveland Browns, there was a sense of pessimism regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers’ playoff hopes. They had a great record at 8-3, but some were worried that their surprising loss showed some of the roster’s weaknesses. While Pittsburgh wasn’t perfect on Sunday, they earned a very impressive win against the Cincinnati Bengals and have quieted some of those talks.
That win inspired much more hope around the franchise. The Bengals have struggled this year, but they still possess one of the most potent offenses in the league. As such, the Steelers’ defense struggled a bit at times.