Free extension for sports fans

AFC North Preview, Week 3: Bengals and Steelers battle in first divisional matchup

Week 2 of the regular season saw movement across the AFC North standings. The Bengals were the only team to win for a second straight, giving them early sole possession atop the division. The Ravens and Steelers each fell to…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 5:00 PM
AFC North Preview, Week 3: Bengals and Steelers battle in first divisional matchup
Key Things to Know
  • The Cincinnati Bengals lead the AFC North with an undefeated 2-0 record entering Week 3.
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Ravens, and Cleveland Browns are tied with 1-1 records.
  • The Bengals visit the Steelers in the division's first head-to-head clash of the season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cincinnati Bengals sit atop the AFC North at 2-0 heading into a Week 3 divisional matchup against the 1-1 Pittsburgh Steelers. Cincinnati enters the game following a 14-point win over the Houston Texans, while the Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens also sit at 1-1 in the division standings.

The Cleveland Browns host the Carolina Panthers after earning a 23-19 upset victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers behind starting quarterback Deshaun Watson. Cleveland will face a Panthers team led by quarterback Bryce Young, who has recorded six touchdowns through two games this season.

Never Miss a Sports Update

Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.