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, fell short.
The team's performance was marred by struggles in a road game on Thursday Night Football against a divisional opponent, a familiar pattern for Mike Tomlin's club.
Despite jumping out to a 10-0 start, the Steelers ultimately lost 33-31 to the Bengals, thanks to strong performances from Joe Flacco and Ja'Marr Chase.
- The Steelers' starting tailback had a standout game, with 155 yards from scrimmage, a career high.
- He consistently kept the offense on schedule, with an impressive 62 yards.
Death, taxes, and Mike Tomlin's club struggling in road games on Thursday Night Football versus divisional opponents.
Author's summary: Steelers' defense falls short despite strong offense.