Denver, CO
Sep 15, 2024
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The Pittsburgh Steelers edged out a victory over the Denver Broncos with a 13-6 win, marked by a formidable display of defense. The Steelers took an early lead as Justin Fields connected with Darnell Washington for a touchdown in the first quarter. Despite a penalty-heavy game, Fields showed agility and poise, contributing with decisive plays on the ground and through the air.
Pittsburgh's Chris Boswell was instrumental, extending the lead with field goals of 22 and a crucial 53 yards. A determined Denver, led by rookie quarterback Bo Nix, struggled to breach Pittsburgh's defense, managing only two field goals in the closing quarter. The Steelers' defensive duo, Cory Trice Jr., and Damontae Kazee, denied key scoring opportunities with timely interceptions, reinforcing a victory that started with sideline spectator Russell Wilson’s emotional return marked as an inspiration in the visitor's camp.
Justin Fields (PIT)
Fields evaded a near sack by Jonathon Cooper and found Darnell Washington for a 5-yard touchdown, capping a methodical 12-play, 78-yard drive.
Chris Boswell (PIT)
Before halftime, Boswell capitalized on Patrick Surtain II's third penalty with a 22-yard field goal, pushing PIT's lead to 10-0.
T.J. Watt (PIT)
Watt executed a critical sack on Nix, ending a drive that saw DEN close in on the PIT territory after a 16-yard burst by Tyler Badie.
Chris Boswell (PIT)
Boswell nailed a 53-yard field goal after Surtain's pass interference penalty placed PIT deep in DEN territory, extending the lead to 13-0.
Cory Trice Jr. (PIT)
Trice Jr.'s end-zone interception halted DEN's promising drive after plays of 26 and 50 yards placed them on the Steelers' doorstep.
Wil Lutz (DEN)
Lutz's first field goal from 35 yards finally put DEN on the scoreboard amid their offensive struggles.
Wil Lutz (DEN)
Another field goal from Lutz, this time from 29 yards, brought DEN within striking distance as they declined an onside kick attempt.
Damontae Kazee (PIT)
Kazee intercepted Nix with 9 seconds remaining, quelling DEN's final attempt after they regained possession on their own 19-yard line.
Justin Fields (Pittsburgh Steelers, QB)
Showed resilience and versatility, combining a touchdown pass to Washington with crucial runs that extended drives, posting 117 passing yards without interceptions.
Chris Boswell (Pittsburgh Steelers, K)
Delivered under pressure, his 53-yard field goal proving pivotal in maintaining a commanding lead, marking a critical moment of the game.
T.J. Watt (Pittsburgh Steelers, LB)
Executed key defensive plays including a sack stopping DEN's momentum, reinforcing his status as a defensive stalwart.
Cory Trice Jr. (Pittsburgh Steelers, DB)
Ensured DEN's most prominent scoring attempt fizzled with a goal-line interception, swinging the momentum decisively in PIT's favor.
Damontae Kazee (Pittsburgh Steelers, DB)
Capped the game-defining defensive effort with a timely interception of Nix in DEN's last play.
Bo Nix (Denver Broncos, QB)
Faced a relentless PIT defense that exploited his rookie status, throwing for significant yards yet haunted by key interceptions.
Najee Harris (Pittsburgh Steelers, RB)
Added vital yardage, consistently moving the chains to prevent DEN's defense from dictating the pace.
Pittsburgh Steelers
7
3
3
0
13
Denver Broncos
0
0
0
6
6
