Bills close preseason with 28-27 win over Steelers on Buechele’s late 2-point conversion
Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo rookie head coach Joe Brady led his team to a thrilling 28-27 win against the Pittsburgh Steelers, securing a perfect preseason record. The victory allowed Brady to gain valuable insights from NFL play-caller Josh Allen. With just 1 minute and 6 seconds remaining in the game, Bills' rookie running back Ian Wheeler scored on a 2-yard run, giving the Bills an early lead.
Steve Buechele then connected with Dante Pettis for a 2-point conversion, sealing the win. Brady praised the team's effort, noting that some players might not play football again this season. The Steelers finished the preseason at 1-2 and will face injury concerns. Quarterback Will Howard, who started the game, was being evaluated for an undisclosed injury.
Special teams player Ben Skowronek left the game with a potential head injury. The Steelers' last opportunity to take the lead fell short, with a pass falling incomplete to tight end Lake McRee.
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