Sun Jan 05 01:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Steelers and Bengals Clash in Crucial Season Finale
**Pittsburgh, PA** – The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals will face off in a pivotal Week 17 matchup on Saturday, January 4th, at 8:00 PM ET, with significant playoff implications for both teams. The game, airing on ESPN and ABC, will be a nationally televised showdown at Acrisure Stadium.
For the Steelers, the game is a crucial opportunity to improve their playoff seeding. Meanwhile, the Bengals’ postseason hopes hang in the balance. A Bengals victory, coupled with losses by the Denver Broncos and Miami Dolphins on Sunday, would secure them a playoff berth.
Fans can watch the game on traditional television via ESPN and ABC, or stream it through various platforms including ESPN+, FuboTV, and DirecTV. FuboTV, offering access to a wide range of channels including ESPN, ABC, Fox, CBS, and NFL Network, is highlighted as a comprehensive option for NFL fans, although it comes with a $80 monthly price tag. Other streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV are also viable choices. The article also notes that many games, including some local broadcasts, may be available via antenna or with a more affordable NFL+ subscription (though limited to certain games and devices).
Other notable games scheduled for the same day include the Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens (4:30 PM ET) and the Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions (8:20 PM ET). A full schedule of Week 17 games is available in the original article.