Vikings vs Steelers 2024: Stats Comparison
The Vikings excel in passing offense with Justin Jefferson's elite receiving (1,731 yards in 2024) and strong QB play, while the Steelers dominate defensively with a top-5 pass rush led by T.J. Watt (4.5 sacks per game average). The Vikings are offensively superior while the Steelers are defensively dominant.
Minnesota Vikings
NFC North team known for elite defense and consistent playoff runs
Fantasy football enthusiasts, offense-focused fans, those who value explosive scoring potential
Pittsburgh Steelers
AFC North defensive powerhouse with 18 seasons of consistent winning under Mike Tomlin
Defense-first fans, those who value consistency and veteran leadership, fantasy defense/IDP players
Quick Answer
AI SummaryThe Vikings excel in passing offense with Justin Jefferson's elite receiving (1,731 yards in 2024) and strong QB play, while the Steelers dominate defensively with a top-5 pass rush led by T.J. Watt (4.5 sacks per game average). The Vikings are offensively superior while the Steelers are defensively dominant.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedThe Vikings are the superior offensive team with elite wide receiver talent, a higher-rated QB, and more explosive passing plays, making them better suited for high-scoring matchups. The Steelers are the superior defensive team with one of the league's best pass rushes (54 sacks) and proven defensive consistency under Mike Tomlin's leadership, making them better equipped to control defensive-minded games. Choose the Vikings if you prioritize offensive firepower; choose the Steelers if you value defensive dominance and veteran stability.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Top WR Production (2024 Season):✓ Minnesota Vikings wins(Justin Jefferson: 1,731 receiving yards vs George Pickens: 863 receiving yards)
- Pass Rush Performance:✓ Pittsburgh Steelers wins(54 team sacks (2024) vs 18 team sacks (2024))
- Head Coach Tenure:✓ Pittsburgh Steelers wins(Mike Tomlin: 18 seasons (2007-2024) vs Kevin O'Connell: 3 seasons (2022-2024))
Key Facts & Figures
70 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Minnesota Vikings | Pittsburgh Steelers | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passing Yards(yards) | 302 yards | 182 yards | |
| Rushing Yards(yards) | 70 yards | 131 yards | |
| Turnovers(count) | 2 turnovers | 0 turnovers | |
| First Downs(count) | 23 first downs | 19 first downs | |
| 2026 Salary Cap Space(millions USD) | $81.9 million | Undisclosed | — |
| Total Cap Projected(millions USD) | $303.5 million | Not available | — |
| Total Offensive Yards(yards) | ~280 yards (estimated) | — | — |
| Offensive Dominance Margin(yards) | Outgained by 139 | — | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Wins(wins) | Minnesota Vikings | — | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | Minnesota Vikings | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Years)(appearances) | Minnesota Vikings | — | — |
| Franchise Total Wins(wins) | Minnesota Vikings | — | — |
| Leading Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | Minnesota Vikings | — | — |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | Minnesota Vikings | — | — |
| All-Time Regular Season Win Percentage(%) | .475 (552-610-10) | 56.3% | |
| Hall of Famers (All-Time)(inductees) | 4 | 13 | |
| 2024 Regular Season Points For (Offense)(points) | 473 (5th NFL) | 305 (22nd NFL) | |
| 2024 Regular Season Points Against (Defense)(points) | 361 (15th NFL) | 289 (4th NFL) | |
| Consecutive Seasons Without Losing Record(seasons) | 1 (currently) | 19 (ongoing) | |
| Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 3 seasons (Kevin O'Connell, 2022-2024) | 18 seasons (Mike Tomlin, 2007-2024) | |
| Conference Championships(titles) | 6 NFC Championships | — | — |
| All-Time Regular Season Wins(wins) | 541 wins | 603 | |
| Franchise Winning Percentage(percentage) | .512 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (All-Time)(appearances) | 35 appearances | — | — |
| Division Titles Won(titles) | 20 division titles | — | — |
| Years Since Last Playoff Appearance(years) | 0 years (2024 playoffs) | — | — |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 3 seasons (O'Connell) | Mike Tomlin, 18 seasons | |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 1 championship | 6 | |
| Super Bowl Appearances(appearances) | 4 appearances | 8 | |
| Division Titles(titles) | 19 titles | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 27 appearances | — | — |
| Head-to-Head Series Record (all-time)(wins) | 9 wins (16 games) | — | — |
| Franchise Established(year) | 1960 | — | — |
| Conference Championships (pre-Super Bowl era & modern)(titles) | 4 total | — | — |
| Top Receiver Receiving Yards (2024)(yards) | 1,731 yards (Justin Jefferson) | 863 yards (George Pickens) | |
| Team Sacks (2024 Season)(sacks) | 18 sacks | 54 sacks | |
| Starting QB Passer Rating (2024)(rating) | 110.2 (Sam Darnold) | 85.6 (Russell Wilson) | |
| Passing Yards Allowed (2024)(yards) | 4,128 yards (27th NFL) | 3,684 yards (18th NFL) | |
| Lead Pass Rusher Sacks (2024)(sacks) | 7.5 sacks (Danielle Hunter) | 13 sacks (T.J. Watt) | |
| Total Offensive Yards (2024)(yards) | 5,847 total yards (5th NFL) | 5,201 total yards (17th NFL) | |
| Division Titles (2020-2024)(titles) | 1 title (2023) | 0 titles | |
| Passing Yards (2024 Leader)(yards) | Joshua Dobbs: 2,340 yards | — | — |
| Rushing Yards (2024 Leader)(yards) | Aaron Jones: 1,209 yards | — | — |
| Sacks (2024 Leader)(sacks) | Danielle Hunter: 10.5 sacks | — | — |
| Team Win-Loss Record (2024)(wins) | 11-6 | — | — |
| Points Per Game Average (2024)(PPG) | 21.2 PPG | — | — |
| Points Allowed Per Game (2024)(PPG) | 18.9 PPG | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2020-2024)(appearances) | 3 appearances | — | — |
| Pass Completion Percentage (2024 Leader)(%) | Joshua Dobbs: 62.3% | — | — |
| 2024 Season Playoff Odds(%) | 45% | 45% | |
| AFC North Division Titles (all-time)(titles) | 27 | 27 | |
| Average Points Per Game (2024)(PPG) | 22.1 | 22.1 | |
| Team Stadium Capacity(seats) | 70,129 (Acrisure) | 70,129 (Acrisure) | |
| Win Percentage (2021-2024)(%) | 43.1% | 43.1% | |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2024)(appearances) | 1 | 1 | |
| Starting QB Continuity (2020-2024)(different QBs) | 7 different starters | 7 different starters | |
| QB Passer Rating (2024 season)(rating) | 87.3 (Russell Wilson/Justin Fields) | 87.3 (Russell Wilson/Justin Fields) | |
| Super Bowl Titles | 8 | 8 | |
| Division Titles (2015-2024)(titles) | 5 | 5 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2024)(appearances) | 6 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2024) | 6 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2024) | |
| NFL Championships Pre-1966(championships) | 5 | 5 | |
| Years Since Last Super Bowl Win(years) | 15 (2009) | 15 (2009) | |
| Super Bowl Victories(championships) | 6 | 6 | |
| All-Time Playoff Win Percentage(%) | 58.3% | 58.3% | |
| Head Coach Tenure (Current)(years) | 18 years (Mike Tomlin) | 18 years (Mike Tomlin) | |
| Head-to-Head Rivalry Record(wins) | 78 wins | 78 wins | |
| Division Titles (Last 25 Years: 1999-2024)(titles) | 9 titles | 9 titles | |
| Pro Football Hall of Famers(members) | 15 | 15 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2000-2024)(seasons) | 13 appearances | 13 appearances | |
| QB Contract Value (Current Starter)(USD million) | $14M (1-year Russell Wilson) | $14M (1-year Russell Wilson) |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
- Justin Jefferson: 1,731 receiving yards(winner)Top WR Production (2024 Season)George Pickens: 863 receiving yards
- 18 team sacks (2024)Pass Rush Performance54 team sacks (2024)(winner)
- Kevin O'Connell: 3 seasons (2022-2024)Head Coach TenureMike Tomlin: 18 seasons (2007-2024)(winner)
- Sam Darnold: 110.2 rating(winner)QB Passer Rating (2024)Russell Wilson: 85.6 rating
- 1,847 yards allowedTotal Rushing Yards Allowed (2024)1,612 yards allowed(winner)
- 1 division title (2023)(winner)Division Titles (Last 5 Years)0 division titles
- Danielle Hunter: 7.5 sacks (2024)Edge Rusher Star PowerT.J. Watt: 13 sacks (2024)(winner)
- Top WR Production (2024 Season)
Minnesota Vikings
Justin Jefferson: 1,731 receiving yards(winner)
Pittsburgh Steelers
George Pickens: 863 receiving yards
- Pass Rush Performance
Minnesota Vikings
18 team sacks (2024)
Pittsburgh Steelers
54 team sacks (2024)(winner)
- Head Coach Tenure
Minnesota Vikings
Kevin O'Connell: 3 seasons (2022-2024)
Pittsburgh Steelers
Mike Tomlin: 18 seasons (2007-2024)(winner)
- QB Passer Rating (2024)
Minnesota Vikings
Sam Darnold: 110.2 rating(winner)
Pittsburgh Steelers
Russell Wilson: 85.6 rating
- Total Rushing Yards Allowed (2024)
Minnesota Vikings
1,847 yards allowed
Pittsburgh Steelers
1,612 yards allowed(winner)
- Division Titles (Last 5 Years)
Minnesota Vikings
1 division title (2023)(winner)
Pittsburgh Steelers
0 division titles
- Edge Rusher Star Power
Minnesota Vikings
Danielle Hunter: 7.5 sacks (2024)
Pittsburgh Steelers
T.J. Watt: 13 sacks (2024)(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Minnesota Vikings | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Passing Yards(yards) | 302 yards(winner) | 182 yards |
| Rushing Yards(yards) | 70 yards | 131 yards(winner) |
| Leading Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| Turnovers(count) | 2 turnovers | 0 turnovers(winner) |
| First Downs(count) | 23 first downs(winner) | 19 first downs |
| 2026 Salary Cap Space(millions USD) | $81.9 million | Undisclosed |
| Total Cap Projected(millions USD) | $303.5 million | Not available |
| 2025-2026 Season Record(wins-losses) | 9-8 | Ongoing |
| Offensive Philosophy(strategy type) | Pass-first attack | Ground-based approach |
| Total Offensive Yards(yards) | ~280 yards (estimated) | — |
| Offensive Dominance Margin(yards) | Outgained by 139 | — |
| Pass Game Effectiveness(null) | Unable to maintain drives | — |
| Run Game Success(null) | Limited opportunities | — |
| Season Status (2026)(null) | Rebuilding/Structural changes | — |
| Roster Construction Grade(null) | Undergoing improvements | — |
| Star QB Contract Status | Russell Wilson (veteran, short-term) | — |
| Defensive Pressure(null) | Inconsistent pass rush | — |
| 2026 NFL Snap Count Depth(null) | Limited depth at key positions | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Wins(wins) | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| Super Bowl Appearances(appearances) | 4 appearances | 8(winner) |
| Conference Championships (pre-Super Bowl era & modern)(titles) | 4 total | — |
| AFC North Division Titles (all-time)(titles) | 27 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Years)(appearances) | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| Years Since Last Playoff Appearance(years) | 0 years (2024 playoffs) | — |
| Win Percentage (2021-2024)(%) | 43.1% | — |
| Division Titles (2015-2024)(titles) | 5 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2024)(appearances) | 6 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2024) | — |
| Franchise Total Wins(wins) | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| 2025 Season Starting QB Experience(years) | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| Elite Wide Receiver Presence | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| Top Receiver Receiving Yards (2024)(yards) | 1,731 yards (Justin Jefferson)(winner) | 863 yards (George Pickens) |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | Minnesota Vikings | — |
| All-Time Regular Season Win Percentage(%) | .475 (552-610-10) | 56.3%(winner) |
| Hall of Famers (All-Time)(inductees) | 4 | 13(winner) |
| 2024 Regular Season Points For (Offense)(points) | 473 (5th NFL)(winner) | 305 (22nd NFL) |
| 2024 Regular Season Points Against (Defense)(points) | 361 (15th NFL) | 289 (4th NFL)(winner) |
| Consecutive Seasons Without Losing Record(seasons) | 1 (currently) | 19 (ongoing)(winner) |
| Playoff Appearances (2000-2024)(seasons) | 13 appearances | — |
| Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 3 seasons (Kevin O'Connell, 2022-2024) | 18 seasons (Mike Tomlin, 2007-2024)(winner) |
| Conference Championships(titles) | 6 NFC Championships | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 1 championship | 6(winner) |
| Division Titles(titles) | 19 titles | — |
| All-Time Regular Season Wins(wins) | 541 wins | 603(winner) |
| Franchise Winning Percentage(percentage) | .512 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (All-Time)(appearances) | 35 appearances | — |
| Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 27 appearances | — |
| Division Titles Won(titles) | 20 division titles | — |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 3 seasons (O'Connell) | Mike Tomlin, 18 seasons(winner) |
| Head-to-Head Series Record (all-time)(wins) | 9 wins (16 games) | — |
| Franchise Established(year) | 1960 | — |
| Team Sacks (2024 Season)(sacks) | 18 sacks | 54 sacks(winner) |
| Passing Yards Allowed (2024)(yards) | 4,128 yards (27th NFL) | 3,684 yards (18th NFL)(winner) |
| Starting QB Passer Rating (2024)(rating) | 110.2 (Sam Darnold)(winner) | 85.6 (Russell Wilson) |
| Lead Pass Rusher Sacks (2024)(sacks) | 7.5 sacks (Danielle Hunter) | 13 sacks (T.J. Watt)(winner) |
| Total Offensive Yards (2024)(yards) | 5,847 total yards (5th NFL)(winner) | 5,201 total yards (17th NFL) |
| Division Titles (2020-2024)(titles) | 1 title (2023)(winner) | 0 titles |
| Division Titles (Last 25 Years: 1999-2024)(titles) | 9 titles | — |
| Passing Yards (2024 Leader)(yards) | Joshua Dobbs: 2,340 yards | — |
| Rushing Yards (2024 Leader)(yards) | Aaron Jones: 1,209 yards | — |
| Points Per Game Average (2024)(PPG) | 21.2 PPG | — |
| Pass Completion Percentage (2024 Leader)(%) | Joshua Dobbs: 62.3% | — |
| Sacks (2024 Leader)(sacks) | Danielle Hunter: 10.5 sacks | — |
| Points Allowed Per Game (2024)(PPG) | 18.9 PPG | — |
| Team Win-Loss Record (2024)(wins) | 11-6 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2020-2024)(appearances) | 3 appearances | — |
| 2024 Season Playoff Odds(%) | 45% | — |
| Average Points Per Game (2024)(PPG) | 22.1 | — |
| Team Stadium Capacity(seats) | 70,129 (Acrisure) | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Record(wins-losses) | 57-41-1 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2024)(appearances) | 1 | — |
| Starting QB Continuity (2020-2024)(different QBs) | 7 different starters | — |
| QB Passer Rating (2024 season)(rating) | 87.3 (Russell Wilson/Justin Fields) | — |
| Super Bowl Titles | 8 | — |
| NFL Championships Pre-1966(championships) | 5 | — |
| Super Bowl Victories(championships) | 6 | — |
| All-Time Win-Loss Record (Franchise)(wins-losses) | 579-563-23 (.507 win percentage) | — |
| All-Time Playoff Win Percentage(%) | 58.3% | — |
| Head-to-Head Record (All-Time)(wins-losses) | 81-42-1 vs Browns | — |
| Years Since Last Super Bowl Win(years) | 15 (2009) | — |
| Head Coach Tenure (Current)(years) | 18 years (Mike Tomlin) | — |
| Head-to-Head Rivalry Record(wins) | 78 wins | — |
| Pro Football Hall of Famers(members) | 15 | — |
| QB Contract Value (Current Starter)(USD million) | $14M (1-year Russell Wilson) | — |
Minnesota VikingsPittsburgh SteelersPros & Cons
10 pros·4 cons across both
Minnesota Vikings
Pros
- Justin Jefferson: 1,731 receiving yards (top-5 NFL receiver)
- Sam Darnold: 110.2 passer rating (top-10 in NFL, 2024)
- Explosive offensive playmakers with multiple 1,000+ yard WRs potential
- Recent division title in 2023 with Kevin O'Connell's offensive system
- Strong running back committee (Aaron Jones: 1,159 yards)
Cons
- Weak pass defense: allowed 4,128 passing yards (27th in NFL, 2024)
- Inconsistent playoff performance despite regular season success
Pittsburgh Steelers
Pros
- T.J. Watt: 13 sacks, elite edge rusher (3-time AP All-Pro)
- 54 total team sacks (4th in NFL, 2024) - suffocating pass rush
- Mike Tomlin: 18-year tenure with zero losing seasons (NFL record)
- Strong defensive depth with multiple 5+ sack defenders
- Proven ability to limit opposing offenses consistently
Cons
- Quarterback instability: Russell Wilson's 85.6 rating (below-average production)
- Weak receiving corps: George Pickens only 863 yards, limited weapons
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
Sam Darnold (Vikings) significantly outperformed Russell Wilson (Steelers) in 2024. Darnold posted a 110.2 passer rating with 4,694 passing yards, while Wilson averaged 85.6 rating with 2,654 yards. Darnold was in the top-10 of NFL QBs; Wilson ranked 25th. The Vikings' QB advantage is decisive.
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