Pittsburgh Steelers Playoff Chances: Tracking Steelers Odds To Make The NFL Playoffs

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Steelers have an 80% chance to make the playoffs according to odds from DraftKings Sportsbook.
  • Pittsburgh has a 33.3% chance to win the AFC North.
  • The Steelers have not made it past the first round of the playoffs since 2017.

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The Steelers have battled to a 6-2 record and made two moves at the trade deadline, adding linebacker Preston Smith from Green Bay and wide receiver Mike Williams from the Jets. How will these moves impact the Steelers' playoff chances moving forward? I'll be tracking Pittsburgh's playoff odds and other postseason markets all year long.

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What are the Steelers Playoff Chances?

Here's a quick overview of the Steelers' playoff chances and other data points that relate to the team's postseason hopes. The implied probabilities below have been converted from odds found on DraftKings Sportsbook PA.

πŸ’ͺ Steelers Playoff Chances80% (-400)
πŸ† Steelers Win Super Bowl3.2% (+3000)
 Steelers Win AFC North33.3% (+200)
πŸ”₯ ESPN FPI1.8 (10th)
βœ… Last Verified by ExpertNovember 22, 2024

Do the Steelers Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?

Yes, the Steelers have a chance to make the playoffs in 2024. Pittsburgh has put themselves in a good spot for another postseason appearance after starting the season 6-2. The Steelers' second half schedule is much more difficult than the beginning of the year and how they perform will ultimately decide their playoff fate.

Are the Steelers Out of Playoffs?

No, the Steelers are not out of the playoffs. As long as they don't completely collapse coming out of the bye week, the Steelers should be in the playoffs this year. 

Where Do the Pittsburgh Steelers Rank in the AFC North?

The Steelers currently lead the AFC North. The division will likely come down to Baltimore and Pittsburgh, making the Steelers' second-half schedule extremely important. All of Pittsburgh's divisional games come in the final nine weeks of the season.

According to BetMGM Sportsbook PA, the Steelers have the second-shortest odds to win the division behind the Ravens.

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Where Do the Pittsburgh Steelers Rank in the AFC Standings?

If the playoffs started today, the Steelers would hold the three seed in the AFC Playoffs. This is because Pittsburgh currently leads the AFC North which gives them one of the top four seeds. The final three spots are held for Wild Card teams.

Can the Steelers Get the No. 1 Seed?

While it's possible Pittsburgh lands the top seed in the AFC, it is unlikely with the Chiefs still undefeated. Interestingly, the Steelers have a Week 17 matchup against KC which could decide the AFC if the Chiefs were to slip up between now and then.

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Pittsburgh Steelers Schedule and Betting Lines

You can find the Steelers' schedule and game odds below. Keep in mind there may not be betting lines available for all of the remaining games as sportsbooks typically will only provide odds for one week at a time.

Steelers Playoff Picture: Key Updates November 2024

 

  • πŸ“… October 28: Pittsburgh improves to 6-2 with a win over the Giants, 26-18
  • πŸ“… October 20: In his first game for Pittsburgh, Russ leads the Steelers to a 37-15 win over the Jets
  • πŸ“… October 15: Mike Tomlin announces Russell Wilson will be the starting QB for Week 7
  • πŸ“… October 13: The Stillers get back in the win column, beating the Raiders 32-13
  • πŸ“… October 6: Pittsburgh's defense allows over 400 total yards of offense to the Cowboys in another loss, 20-17
  • πŸ“… September 29: The Steelers pick up their first loss of the season, 27-24 to the Colts
  • πŸ“… September 22: Pittsburgh picks up its third-straight win, beating the Chargers 20-10
  • πŸ“… September 15: The Steelers move to 2-0 in a low-scoring affair against the Broncos, 13-6
  • πŸ“… September 8: Pittsburgh opens the 2024 season with a 18-10 win over the Falcons

I will continue to update this page throughout the season, so be sure to bookmark it and return to see all of the latest updates regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers playoff chances.

Looking Ahead: Steelers Playoff Picture

Right now, every team is doing their best to put themselves in position to make the playoffs in 2024. After making the playoffs in 2023, the Steelers are utilizing free agency, trades, and soon to be the draft to not just make the playoffs, but make a run at the Super Bowl.

Where Can I Bet on the Pittsburgh Steelers to Make the Playoffs?

Sports betting is legal in PA, and you can place bets at BetMGM, Caesar's, Fanduel, DraftKings, and more. I recommend checking out the most recent Pennsylvania sportsbook promo codes prior to placing your first Steelers bet.

RELATED: Make sure to check out the new ESPN BET sportsbook in PA to bet on the Steelers.

Steelers Postseason Outlook and Predictions

Just making the playoffs isn't enough to keep Steeler Nation satisfied. Making the post season in what felt like a humiliating 2023 season was something to hold heads high about. 

The 2024 season will largely come down to the play of newly acquired QB Russell Wilson. If he can get back to playing how he did in Seattle, the Steelers could make a serious run to the playoffs. 

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