NFL Week 18 highlights: Steelers escape Ravens to win AFC North title

NFL Week 18 highlights: Steelers escape Ravens to win AFC North title

NFL NationJan 4, 2026, 11:39 PM ET Close NFL Nation is made up of 32 team-specific reporters who cover the NFL year-round across ESPN.com, ESPN television shows, ESPN Radio, ESPN+ and social media platforms. It was established ahead of the 2013 season. The final week of the 2025 NFL regular season featured key storylines that…

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      NFL Nation is made up of 32 team-specific reporters who cover the NFL year-round across ESPN.com, ESPN television shows, ESPN Radio, ESPN+ and social media platforms. It was established ahead of the 2013 season.

The final week of the 2025 NFL regular season featured key storylines that determine playoff berths and positioning.

The Atlanta Falcons defeated the New Orleans Saints 19-17, which helped the Carolina Panthers clinch a postseason berth and become NFC South champs. The Denver Broncos secured the AFC’s top playoff seed with a 19-3 win against the Los Angeles Chargers.

And on Sunday night, the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens 26-24 to win the AFC North title.

Look back through all of Week 18’s top highlights and most important moments.