On Tuesday, there was some heated banter as Le’Veon Bell directed some shade toward a current Steelers defensive back. Meanwhile, a former Pitt player expressed doubts about the Steelers’ chances in their upcoming game against the Texans.
Russell Wilson, now with the Giants, might have inadvertently cost his team big bucks on his way out. And the last-second kick by Baltimore’s Tyler Loop has made sports history—for all the wrong reasons.
Historic Miss
If you caught Sunday’s game, you witnessed a rare moment in NFL history: Tyler Loop’s missed 44-yard field goal. This wasn’t just any miss; it ended the Ravens’ playoff hopes and helped the Steelers snatch the AFC North title. According to OptaSTATS, this was the first time a last-minute kick impacted the fates of two teams in such a dramatic way.
Tyler Loop might’ve missed the most important kick in regular season history ???? (via @OptaSTATS) pic.twitter.com/eb0nhgNrwg
— FanDuel Sportsbook (@FDSportsbook) January 5, 2026
Loop faced a wave of criticism online after the game. However, he has been handling it all with grace. Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard voiced his frustration, highlighting the ongoing heartaches for their fans.
A day after the Ravens’ 26-24 loss to the rival Steelers, Pro Bowl FB Patrick Ricard said: “It just hurts. I feel for the fans of the city, just the heartaches year after year.”— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) January 5, 2026
The Ravens ended their season at 8-9, despite high expectations to contend for the Super Bowl. The Steelers, now 10-7, are gearing up to face the Texans in a playoff game on Monday night.
Wilson’s Woes
Former Steeler Russell Wilson is considering his future after an underwhelming year with the Giants. Despite playing through a hamstring injury he revealed he had suffered early in the season, he expressed his desire to keep playing.
Wilson said he wants to continue playing in the NFL: “I’m not blinking” pic.twitter.com/BcAuMhCDFg
— Giants Videos (@SNYGiants) January 5, 2026
However, the Giants failed to report his injury, which could lead to administrative issues with the NFL.
Le’Veon and Jalen
Le’Veon Bell stirred the pot again with a comment aimed at Jalen Ramsey during the game. Bell implied that Ramsey’s performance could have changed the game’s outcome, referencing a crucial fourth-down completion that set up Loop’s missed field goal.
ISAIAH LIKELY ON 4TH DOWN TO SAVE THE SEASON. pic.twitter.com/aIpzCbqdEY
— NFL (@NFL) January 5, 2026
The two have a history. Bell had previously sparked a rivalry with Ramsey during the playoffs years ago, which adds a layer of intrigue to their ongoing banter.
Betting Against the Steelers
In a surprising move, LeSean McCoy showed little faith in the Steelers’ chances against Houston. He proclaimed on his podcast that he would bet $50,000 against them for the upcoming game.
For what it’s worth, the Steelers have historically been strong on Monday nights at home. They haven’t lost such a game since 1991. Meanwhile, the Texans are yet to secure a road playoff win.
As fans gear up for these thrilling matchups, it’s clear that emotions are running high. The stakes couldn’t be higher, and every play counts.
