The Steelers almost blew another one in the second half, but this time, they were able to hold on and beat the Baltimore Ravens, 27-22.
Aaron Rodgers threw for 284 yards and a touchdown while also running for a score. That running touchdown was sparked by a 52-yard pass to DK Metcalf on his first snap of the game to put the Steelers on the Ravens 13-yard line. The Steelers had a 17-10 lead at the end of the first half and a 27-16 lead at the end of the third. After Baltimore brought things to 27-22, the Steelers were able to end the game on a quarterback sack on 3rd and 1 by Alex Highsmith.
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said this was an awesome team win.
Tomlin said they played with aggression all day.
Rodgers said they were very well prepared.
Rodgers said it was nice to create some explosive plays.
The Browns lost to Tennessee 31-29 and the Bengals fell to Buffalo 39-34. The win puts the Steelers on top of the AFC North at 7-6, with Baltimore behind them now at 6-7. Cincinnati remains in third at 4-9 and Cleveland is in last with a record of 3-10. The Steelers will host the Miami Dolphins next Monday night.
Meanwhile, the Steelers need to make a tough decision on their head coach sooner rather than later. ESPN reports the team must decide on Tomlin’s future by March. The coach has an option in his contract that needs to be picked up by then. Meetings among the front office and ownership will take place once the season ends.
