Russell Wilson was unable to lead the Steelers to victory against the Chiefs on Christmas Day

Russell Wilson talks to the media after the Christmas game against the Chiefs in Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ hopes of finishing atop the AFC North took a significant hit on Christmas Day, as they suffered a humbling 29-10 defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs.

The loss not only knocked Pittsburgh out of first place in the division but also raised serious questions about their playoff readiness, particularly with Russell Wilson at the helm.

Pat McAfee calls out Steelers

NFL analyst and former player Pat McAfee didn’t hold back when discussing the Steelers’ performance.

On his show, McAfee bluntly remarked, “The Chiefs beat the absolute dog sh-t out of the Pittsburgh Steelers. What do the Chiefs do? Just beat the hell out of them. This is the best Patrick Mahomes has looked all year. Their defense is putting people to sleep. Having a holly jolly time literally the entire day.”

The Chiefs showcased their dominance with Mahomes leading the charge and a defense that stifled Pittsburgh’s struggling offense.

For the Steelers, it was their third game in 11 days, all against teams with 10 or more wins, and while the grueling schedule was a factor, their offensive struggles were glaring.

Pat McAfee on the #Chiefs dominant win over the #Steelers on Christmas:

-Via @PatMcAfeeShow pic.twitter.com/7GVwplWgKf

— Starcade Media (@StarcadeMediaKC) December 26, 2024

Pittsburgh struggling to secure playoff spot

Over the past three games, Pittsburgh has averaged just 280.7 yards and 13 points per game.

Russell Wilson, who was brought in to elevate the team, has faltered.

His 64.1% completion rate, three touchdowns, and two interceptions over the last three games highlight his inconsistent play.

Against the blitz, Wilson’s passer rating drops to 73.3, raising concerns about his ability to lead the team in high-pressure situations.

Adding to the Steelers’ woes, injuries to key players like George Pickens have hampered their offensive rhythm.

Yet McAfee’s critique points to a broader issue: the Steelers’ inability to field a Super Bowl-caliber offense.

With one game left in the regular season against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Steelers face an uphill battle to regain momentum.

Meanwhile, the Chiefs’ dominant performance has sent a clear message to the league: they’re gearing up for another championship run.