The Steelers enjoyed an early bye in Week 5 after the team’s best win of the season against the Vikings in Ireland. And despite not playing a down on Sunday, Pittsburgh emerged as the biggest winner in the AFC North following losses by the Ravens, Bengals, and Browns, giving the black and gold a strong lead over the division through the first quarter of the season.

This week, Read & React will tackle the question of whether the Steelers really can hold onto their spot atop the AFC North with their first two divisional games looming. And with Alex Highsmith back at practice, do the Steelers suddenly have a decision to make at outside linebacker?

While the Steelers were on bye, the rest of the AFC North lost in Week 5. How likely are the Steelers to win the division after this start?

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