Browns, Steelers, Bengals secure wins in tight AFC North race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 9:45 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026

In an intense AFC North race, the Browns edged the Titans with a last-minute field goal and the Steelers won in Paris against the Saints, both improving to 5-2. The Bengals dominated the Ravens in their latest matchup, raising their record to 4-2. As October wraps up, the Browns and Steelers are set to clash in Week 8 with divisional implications on the line. The Bengals face the struggling Titans next week, while the Ravens hope for a quick return of quarterback Lamar Jackson to regain footing in the division.
- •Browns win with a walk-off field goal against the Titans.
- •Steelers take victory against the Saints in Paris.
- •Bengals win decisively against the Ravens.
- •Browns and Steelers meet next week to determine divisional leader.
- •Ravens still in contention with the return of Lamar Jackson expected.
- 9:45 PMYahoo Sports — The AFC North race reaches fever pitch as October draws to a close
"The Bengals, Browns, and Steelers all earned big wins, making the AFC North look like the league's strongest division.
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