Steelers Defense Falls Flat
The Steelers' offense had a strong performance, but the defense, led by Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin, struggled. The team's pattern of struggling in road games on Thursday Night Football against divisional opponents continued.
The Steelers started strong with a 10-0 lead, but the Bengals, led by Joe Flacco and Ja'Marr Chase, came back to win 33-31. The Steelers' starting tailback had a standout game with 155 yards from scrimmage, a career high.
- The offense looked strong, but the defense fell short.
- Mike Tomlin's team struggled in a road game on Thursday Night Football against a divisional opponent.
- The Steelers' starting tailback had a career-high 155 yards from scrimmage.
Death, taxes, and Mike Tomlin’s club struggling in road games on Thursday Night Football versus divisional opponents.
The loss was a missed opportunity for the Steelers to solidify their position in the AFC North. Author's summary: Steelers' defense struggles in road game.