The Pittsburgh Steelers have a rich history in the NFL, and their performances on Christmas Day are a unique part of their story. Playing on Christmas is a rare honor in the league, and the Steelers have had their share of memorable moments under the holiday lights.
Steelers’ Christmas Day record
The Steelers boast a perfect 2-0 record, having played consecutive seasons on Christmas Day. Pittsburgh delivered its first unforgettable Christmas performance in 2016. Facing their fierce divisional rivals, the Baltimore Ravens, Steelers fans witnessed a thrilling 31-27 victory.
Antonio Brown’s iconic touchdown, famously dubbed the “Immaculate Extension,” highlighted the game. The dramatic play with 13 seconds left sealed the win and clinched the AFC North title for the Steelers, cementing the game’s place in team lore.
Never forget:
The Immaculate Extension
Christmas Day 2016.
Ravens vs Steelers. A short pass from Ben Roethlisberger to Antonio Brown would win the Steelers the division and mark the high point of @AB84 career pic.twitter.com/zQM7zv2fhz
— Athletiverse (@Athletiverse) December 24, 2023
Steelers blowout the Texans
The Steelers’ second Christmas Day victory came in 2017 when they dominated the Houston Texans in a 34-6 blowout. The Steelers were firing on all cylinders, showcasing why they were one of the NFL’s top teams that season.
Ben Roethlisberger led the charge with precision passing, connecting with star wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster. The defense was equally dominant, stifling Houston’s offense (seven sacks) and forcing critical turnovers.
The win highlighted Pittsburgh’s offensive firepower and defensive strength and secured a first-round playoff bye, making it a perfect holiday gift for Steelers fans. This Christmas Day triumph further cemented the team’s reputation for excelling under the spotlight and gave fans another unforgettable holiday memory.
Can the Steelers do it again and come away undefeated on Christmas Day with a win against the Kansas City Chiefs tomorrow afternoon?
