Steelers, Panthers lose to set up showdownsAFP, WASHINGTONThe Pittsburgh Steelers and Carolina Panthers lost on Sunday to miss out on clinching playoff berths, setting up a pair of showdowns for post-season spots. Sam Darnold of the Seattle Seahawks throws a pass against the Carolina Panthers in their NFL game in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday. Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns, left, pressures Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in their NFL game in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sunday. The 49ers would take the National Football Conference top seed by beating Seattle. The Patriots clinched the American Football Conference East crown when Buffalo lost a 13-12 thriller to defending champions Philadelphia.

Source: Taipei Times December 29, 2025 21:44 UTC