Dissecting Most Crucial Matchups in Steelers’ Week 16 Contest with Chiefs

December 17, 2014   ·   Chris Gazze   ·   Jump to comments

The AFC North title is in sight for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but first they must take care of business against the Kansas City Chiefs.
For the second straight season, the Steelers' playoff hopes rest on the Chiefs. Unlike last year, when they had to watch the playoffs from home after a loss to Kansas City kept them out, the Steelers get to control their fate.
With a win against the Chiefs (8-6) on Sunday, the Steelers (9-5) will clinch a playoff berth, per NFL.com. It would also put them within one win of a division title and a playoff game at home.
A win would be nearly as important for the Chiefs, who have won just one of their past four games. But despite this recent skid, they can assure themselves a playoff spot by winning their final two games.
Although the postseason is three weeks away, it will be a playoff-worthy battle between the Steelers and Chiefs at Heinz Field on Sunday. Here are the most crucial matchups that will have an impact in this Week 16 conte...

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