The Pittsburgh Steelers head into their Week 9 bye week sitting atop the AFC North, according to a roundup of NFL power rankings published Tuesday. The compilation, authored by Joey Bray for SB Nation and featured on Yahoo Sports, aggregates multiple ranking outlets to show Pittsburgh leading the division as the regular season reaches its midpoint.
The Steelers' position reflects a strong start to the 2026 campaign, with the team holding the best record in the AFC North heading into the break. Power rankings roundups typically synthesize standings, advanced metrics, and expert opinion to gauge league-wide perception.
