Steelers lead AFC North; Bengals, Browns follow after Week 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 11:07 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
After Week 9 of the NFL season, the Pittsburgh Steelers stand atop the AFC North with a 6-2 record, bolstered by a bye week. The Cincinnati Bengals, who claimed a 34-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, also hold a 6-2 record but sit second due to a weaker divisional record. The Cleveland Browns dropped to 5-4 after losing to the New Orleans Saints in overtime, while the Baltimore Ravens fell to 4-5 following a 33-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Steelers aim to solidify their division lead with an upcoming matchup against the Bengals in Week 10.
- •Steelers lead AFC North at 6-2 after bye week
- •Bengals also at 6-2 after win in Madrid
- •Browns fall to 5-4 after overtime loss
- •Ravens drop to 4-5 with fourth straight defeat
- •Steelers face Bengals next, seeking season sweep
- 11:07 AMYahoo Sports — Updated AFC North standings: Where Steelers, Bengals, Browns, Ravens rank
"Here's a look at where the Pittsburgh Steelers and the rest of the AFC North rank in divisional standings after Week 9's games.
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