After the Pittsburgh Steelers clinched the AFC North title by defeating the Baltimore Ravens, former Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith criticized Ben Roethlisberger’s assertion that Baltimore's Super Bowl window has closed. Despite Roethlisberger’s comments, Smith believes Lamar Jackson keeps the Ravens in championship contention due to his talent and youth. He dismissed the idea that the Steelers have improved significantly, labeling their roster as "trash" and questioning their future competitiveness even with new additions.

By the Numbers
  • The Steelers secured the AFC North title after a season sweep of the Ravens.
  • Lamar Jackson, already a two-time MVP, is only 29 years old and has beaten the Steelers just twice in regular-season play as a starter.
State of Play
  • The Steelers have added key veterans and drafted 10 rookies, strengthening their roster.
  • Both teams are positioned to compete fiercely in the AFC North, maintaining their longstanding rivalry.
What's Next

The Steelers and Ravens will face each other again next season, and both teams will be motivated to prove their worth in the competitive AFC North landscape. The performance of Lamar Jackson and the newly strengthened Steelers roster will be closely watched as the rivalry continues.

Bottom Line

While Smith critiques Roethlisberger and the Steelers, the upcoming matchups will determine if his assessment holds true. Both teams possess the potential to challenge for the division, making their next encounters must-watch events.