Russell Wilson calls Browns matchup a make-or-break test for Steelers

Both teams enter the Week 8 divisional game at 5-2.

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Who will with the AFC North? "It's hard to go against the Steelers... It's all gonna come down to this weekend." @Dang Via @NFLonCBS on X

What happened: Speaking on CBS's Set Hut, Russell Wilson backed the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC North race, saying it is hard to pick against them. He framed this weekend's divisional matchup against the Cleveland Browns as a make-or-break game for Pittsburgh's division title push.

Why it matters: First place in the AFC North is on the line between two streaking contenders. Cleveland holds the conference's No. 3 seed on a two-game winning streak after a 27-24 victory on Sunday, while No. 6 seed Pittsburgh enters on a three-game run following a 16-10 win.

By the numbers: Cleveland Browns: 5-2, AFC No. 3 seed, W2 streak (won last game 27-24). Pittsburgh Steelers: 5-2, AFC No. 6 seed, W3 streak (won last game 16-10).

What to watch: Cleveland released its unofficial Week 8 depth chart ahead of the road trip to Pittsburgh. Official injury reports later this week will clarify the active rosters for Sunday's divisional game.

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