The NFL always takes a 'wait and see' approach before scheduling the final week of the NFL season. Games with the most importance and intrigue take the top spots for viewership. In their season finale, the NFL handed the Pittsburgh Steelers one more primetime game.
The Steelers are preparing to take on the Cincinnati Bengals for their second matchup of the 2024 season. Pittsburgh was able to overcome a high-powered offense led by Joe Burrow in a shootout performance on the road on December 1. Now Cincinnati will seek their revenge.
The Bengals are knocking on the door of the playoffs. They will require a win against the Steelers and some outside help from AFC teams to crack the postseason this year (a position Pittsburgh has found themselves in recent years).
Meanwhile, the Steelers locked up a playoff spot after the results of Week 15 but, depending on the results of the Ravens game, AFC North implications could be on the line and Wild Card seeding is at stake.
How to watch Steelers vs. Bengals on TV
The NFL has released the date and time of the Steelers vs. Bengals game. This contest will take place on Saturday, January 4 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time and will air on ABC/ESPN. Those with access to cable TV can turn to their ABC or ESPN station to watch the game, as this Week 18 divisional contest will be televised nationally.
The Steelers vs. Bengals game is part of an AFC North doubleheader on Saturday. Before the Steelers game, the Ravens and Browns will go head-to-head at 4:30 p.m. ET. A Baltimore win would result in the Ravens claiming the divisional crown, meaning the Steelers would be playing a road game as a Wild Card seed in Round 1 of the playoffs.
How to stream Steelers vs. Bengals
For those who prefer to stream the game, you can catch the Steelers in their final regular-season game of the year with a subscription to FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Paramount+, or any streaming service that carries live ABC or ESPN stations. You can also catch the game with a subscription to NFL+ or YouTube TV (blackout restrictions may apply).
Steelers vs. Bengals game details
- Location: Acrisure Stadium
- Kickoff time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Last matchup: 2024 (44-38 Steelers win)
The last time these teams faced, it was an offensive affair. Russell Wilson had the biggest game of his season, chipping in 414 passing yards in the 44-38 win. While we shouldn't expect the second head-to-head contest to reach a combined score of over 80 points, both defenses could struggle to slow down the opposing offense.
The season finale is a home game for the Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. All eyes will be on the 8 p.m. kickoff. If the Ravens lose, Pittsburgh could win the AFC North with a victory over Cincinnati.