Mike Tomlin and Steelers seek to end playoff losing streak

Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers enter Monday's wild-card game against the Houston Texans carrying a six-game postseason losing streak; Houston arrives on a nine-game win streak.

Mike Tomlin said he will not unload the team’s recent playoff frustrations onto his players as the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to host the Houston Texans on Monday night. The Steelers finished the regular season 10-7 and have not won a playoff game since 2016, a stretch Tomlin acknowledged but did not dwell on. Houston comes in 12-5 and on a nine-game winning streak, still seeking its first road playoff victory in franchise history. The game is set for Monday night at Acrisure Stadium and will be the opening-round matchup for both clubs. Key details: - Mike Tomlin stated he would not "unpack his bags on the collective's bed," and the team carries a six-game postseason losing streak into the game. - Pittsburgh finished 10-7 and won the AFC North; quarterback Aaron Rodgers and teammates have spoken about the season turning into a fresh opportunity. - The Houston Texans are 12-5 with a nine-game win streak and have not yet recorded a road playoff win in franchise history. - The wild-card game is scheduled for Monday night at Acrisure Stadium. Summary: The game will determine whether Pittsburgh ends its long playoff drought or whether Houston extends its momentum into the postseason. The immediate next event is Monday night's wild-card game at Acrisure Stadium. Undetermined at this time.