Browns snuff out Rodgers fightback to beat Steelers 27-24
The Cleveland Browns needed a late field goal to fend off a spirited Aaron Rodgers-led fightback and beat their AFC North rivals Pittsburgh 27-24 on Thursday.It was another impressive night for Watson, who led the Browns to a third consecutive late win.
Cleveland Browns secured a victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, 27-24, thanks to a late field goal by Andre Szmyt. Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland quarterback, continued to impress home fans with 268 passing yards and a touchdown to Harold Fannin Jr. After dominating the first half, the Browns conceded two fourth-quarter touchdowns, allowing the Steelers to tie the game.
Watson moved the ball with 56 yards, and Szmyt's field goal gave the Browns the lead with 10 seconds left on the clock. Rodgers, who led the Steelers with 299 passing yards and three touchdowns, attempted to stage a comeback but was stopped by the Browns' defense. This win marked the Browns' fifth straight home victory against local rivals, moving their record to 3-1, while the Steelers fell to 2-2.
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