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Key Stats from the Steelers-Browns game


Team Statistics

  • Total Yards:
    • Browns: 345 yards (219 passing, 126 rushing)
    • Steelers: 312 yards (270 passing, 42 rushing)
      Despite their smaller rushing output, the Steelers remained competitive through the air.
  • Turnovers:
    • Both teams turned the ball over once, but Cleveland’s defense made theirs count more effectively.
  • Third Down Efficiency:
    • Browns: Converted 6 of 13 third downs (46.2%)
    • Steelers: Only 4 of 12 (33.3%) Cleveland’s ability to sustain drives proved crucial in a tightly contested game.
  • Penalties:
    • Browns: 6 penalties for 48 yards
    • Steelers: 7 penalties for 56 yards Penalties stalled drives for both teams at critical moments, but Cleveland managed to overcome theirs more effectively.
  • Time of Possession:
    • Browns: 32:15
    • Steelers: 27:45
      Cleveland’s control of the clock allowed them to wear down Pittsburgh’s defense.

Player Performances

Browns:

  • Jameis Winston:
    • 18 completions on 27 attempts, 219 yards, 0 TDs, 1 INT Winston was efficient, finding his key receivers in clutch moments, though his lone interception could have been costly.
  • Nick Chubb:
    • 20 carries for 59 yards, 2 TDs While not explosive in terms of yardage, Chubb’s two touchdowns, including the game-winner, were the difference-makers.
  • Jerry Jeudy:
    • 6 receptions, 85 yards Jeudy consistently moved the chains, with key catches in critical situations.
  • Myles Garrett:
    • Recorded a strip-sack that led to points.
      Garrett reminded everyone why he’s among the league’s elite defenders, disrupting Pittsburgh’s offensive rhythm.

Steelers:

  • Russell Wilson:
    • 21 completions on 28 attempts, 270 yards, 1 TD Wilson kept Pittsburgh alive with his passing game but couldn’t produce in crunch time.
  • Jaylen Warren:
    • 11 carries for 45 yards, 1 TD Warren provided the Steelers’ only rushing touchdown but found limited room to operate.
  • Calvin Austin III:
    • 3 receptions for 51 yards, including a 23-yard touchdown Austin made the most of his opportunities with big plays when targeted.
  • T.J. Watt:
    • 2 sacks and pressures throughout the game

Game-Changing Moments

  1. Early Browns Dominance:
    • Cleveland jumped out to a 12-0 lead, taking advantage of sloppy Steelers play in the first quarter.
  2. Steelers’ Second-Quarter Comeback:
    • Russell Wilson orchestrated a scoring drive, capped by Calvin Austin III’s 23-yard touchdown, cutting the lead to 12-7.
  3. Nick Chubb’s Game-Winning Drive:
    • With less than a minute left, Chubb capped a methodical drive with a 2-yard touchdown, delivering Cleveland the win in dramatic fashion.
  4. Failed Steelers Hail Mary:
    • Pittsburgh had a chance to pull off a miracle, but Cleveland’s defense swatted away the last-second heave, sealing the game.

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