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.
- Recorded a strip-sack that led to points.
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
- Early Browns Dominance:
- Cleveland jumped out to a 12-0 lead, taking advantage of sloppy Steelers play in the first quarter.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.