Steelers, Bills on Life Support: Can They Revive Playoff Hopes?
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Pittsburgh and Buffalo are running out of time to prove themselves as playoff contenders. The Steelers and Bills, who meet on Sunday at Acrisure Stadium, have combined for just one win in their last six games. The stakes are high, with the Bills facing the real possibility of losing their grip on the AFC East title they've held for five years. Buffalo's Josh Allen, the reigning NFL MVP, remains a formidable force, but his supporting cast has often let him down. Allen is 4-1 against the Steelers, including a convincing playoff victory last season. However, he'll be without his top two protectors, Dion Dawkins and Spencer Brown, who are ruled out with injuries. The Steelers, meanwhile, are struggling to contain opponents' offenses, having allowed 31 points or more in five games this season. Their star-studded defense needs to step up against Allen, who has a history of success against the Steelers. Pittsburgh's quarterback situation is also a concern, with Aaron Rodgers returning from a broken wrist, but the team's performance against the Bears suggests they still have work to do. As December arrives, the pressure is on both teams to deliver. The Steelers' Patrick Queen notes that the 'air gets a little thin' at this time of year, and the Bills' Sean McDermott is facing questions about the availability of wide receiver Keon Coleman, who has been a healthy scratch in recent weeks. The winner of Sunday's game will take a crucial step towards securing a playoff spot, while the loser will be left wondering if they've blown their chance. With six games remaining, Pittsburgh and Buffalo must dig deep and find a way to turn their seasons around. The playoffs are within reach, but time is running out.
