The Steelers pulled out a gritty 29-24 win over the Lions on Sunday in a game that went right down to the wire. With the clock winding down and Detroit threatening to steal it, an offensive pass interference call sealed the deal for Pittsburgh. The win wasn’t just about survival-it was a statement, and a historic one at that.
For head coach Mike Tomlin, this victory marked a major milestone. With the win, Tomlin secured his 19th straight non-losing season, tying him with Bill Belichick for the second-longest streak in NFL history.
Only Tom Landry, the legendary Cowboys coach who strung together 20 straight non-losing seasons from 1965 to 1985, stands above them. That’s rare air, and Tomlin’s consistency continues to be one of the defining traits of his tenure in Pittsburgh.
But it wasn’t just a personal achievement-it was a landmark moment for the franchise as well. With Sunday’s win, the Steelers officially notched their 22nd consecutive non-losing season, setting a new NFL record.
They were previously tied with the Cowboys at 21, a streak that also spanned Landry’s era in Dallas. This kind of organizational steadiness doesn’t happen by accident.
It speaks to a culture built on stability, smart drafting, and a commitment to doing things the right way-year after year.
The game itself was anything but easy. Detroit came to play, pushing the Steelers to the brink.
But Pittsburgh found a way, as they so often do. Whether it was clutch defensive stops or timely plays on offense, they made just enough happen when it mattered most.
That’s been the story of their season-grinding out wins, even when it’s not always pretty.
Now, with the Lions in the rearview and history made, the Steelers can shift their focus to what’s ahead: a shot at the AFC North crown. It won’t be easy.
Next up is a road trip to Cleveland, followed by a season finale against Baltimore at Acrisure Stadium. Both games carry serious playoff implications, and both opponents would love nothing more than to play spoiler.
But if Sunday’s win showed us anything, it’s that the Steelers are built for these moments. They’ve been here before. And with Tomlin at the helm and a team that knows how to win ugly when it has to, you can bet they’ll be ready for the fight.