Steelers Hold Edge in Playoff History Against Ravens Ahead of Wild Card Matchup

Steelers Hold Edge in Playoff History Against Ravens Ahead of Wild Card Matchup

Despite entering Saturday’s Wild Card game as underdogs, the Pittsburgh Steelers can draw confidence from their postseason dominance over the Baltimore Ravens. The Steelers have won three of four playoff meetings between these AFC North rivals since 1996.

This weekend’s matchup in Baltimore marks the first time these teams will meet in the playoffs at M&T Bank Stadium. The Ravens, led by MVP frontrunner Lamar Jackson’s impressive season of 41 touchdowns and just four interceptions, are heavily favored.

Previous playoff meetings tell a compelling story:

• 2002 AFC Divisional: Steelers won 27-10, with Pittsburgh’s defense holding Baltimore without an offensive touchdown
• 2009 AFC Championship: Steelers prevailed 23-14, highlighted by Troy Polamalu’s game-sealing pick-six
• 2011 AFC Divisional: Pittsburgh won 31-24, featuring Antonio Brown’s famous helmet catch leading to the winning touchdown
• 2015 AFC Wild Card: Ravens claimed their only playoff victory in the series, 30-17

The latest chapter in this historic rivalry kicks off Saturday at 8 p.m. on Amazon Prime Video, with the Steelers looking to continue their postseason success against Baltimore.