On Sunday, December 21, 2025, the Pittsburgh Steelers played against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, MI. The Steelers won 29–24. The game was part of Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season.

Jaylen Warren stood out for the Steelers, rushing for 143 yards and scoring 2 touchdowns. Kenneth Gainwell also performed well with 78 receiving yards and a touchdown. For the Lions, Jared Goff threw for 364 yards and 3 touchdowns.

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a win against the Detroit Lions with a final score of 29-24. The Steelers started strong with points in every quarter. They had a commanding fourth quarter, adding 17 points to their total. Detroit scored in the second and fourth quarters, but it was not enough to catch up. The Steelers gained 481 total yards, with a balanced attack of 251 passing yards and 230 rushing yards. They scored three touchdowns, with two on the ground and one through the air. Detroit gained 361 total yards, mostly through the air with 346 passing yards. They also scored three passing touchdowns but could not find success on the ground with only 15 rushing yards.

Jaylen Warren was a key player for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He rushed for 143 yards and scored two touchdowns. His performance helped the Steelers gain a strong lead in the game.

Kenneth Gainwell also contributed for the Steelers. He had 50 rushing yards and 78 receiving yards. Gainwell added one receiving touchdown, adding to his team’s score.

Jared Goff stood out for the Detroit Lions. He threw for 364 yards and scored three passing touchdowns. His efforts kept the Lions competitive throughout the game.

What’s Next

The Pittsburgh Steelers improved their record to 8-6-0 with the win over the Detroit Lions. This keeps them in the top spot in the AFC North. The win is crucial as the Steelers are closely followed by the Baltimore Ravens, who are at 7-7-0. The head-to-head record shows the Steelers have won the last few meetings against the Lions, adding to their confidence. On the other side, the Detroit Lions now have a record of 8-6-0 as well. They stand third in the NFC North behind the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. The Lions are looking to bounce back in their next games to keep their playoff hopes alive. The loss to the Steelers adds to their recent struggles, with the team on a two-game losing streak.

The Pittsburgh Steelers will play the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, December 28, 2025. The game is at Huntington Bank Field. This will be an away game for the Steelers.

The Detroit Lions are set to play the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday, December 25, 2025. The game takes place at U.S. Bank Stadium. This is an away game for the Lions.

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