Cleveland Browns drop from playoff position after loss to Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 12:48 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
The Cleveland Browns fell to third place in the AFC North standings following a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 8. This defeat caused the Browns to drop out of the AFC playoff picture, despite holding a 5-3 record. The Steelers currently lead the division at 6-2, while the Cincinnati Bengals sit at 5-2. The Browns’ playoff chances are further complicated as they have a tiebreaker disadvantage against the New England Patriots, who hold a 5-3 record. With the AFC North tightly contested, the Browns look to rebound in upcoming weeks.
- •Browns drop in AFC North standings after Week 8 loss.
- •Pittsburgh Steelers currently lead the division at 6-2.
- •New England Patriots hold tiebreaker over Browns for playoff spot.
- •AFC North teams all have.500 or better records.
- 12:48 PMYahoo Sports — AFC playoff picture, AFC North standings: Browns fall out after Week 8 due to tiebreaker
"Cleveland Browns Week 8 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers set them up for a drop in the AFC North, AFC playoff standings
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