DB's Dudes & Duds: Steelers Defense Falls Flat, Spoils Offensive Outburst
The Steelers' offense looked strong, but the defense, led by Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin, struggled.
After a 10-0 start, the Steelers seemed poised to win, but the Bengals, led by Joe Flacco and Ja'Marr Chase, came back to win 33-31.
- The Steelers' starting tailback had a career-high 155 yards from scrimmage and kept the offense on schedule.
Death, taxes, and Mike Tomlin’s club struggling in road games on Thursday Night Football versus divisional opponents.
The loss cost the Steelers a chance to solidify their lead in the AFC North.
Author's summary: Steelers' defense struggles in loss to Bengals.