Following the firing of Matt Canada, the Pittsburgh Steelers experienced an offensive renaissance that propelled them to a 16-10 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. Quarterback Kenny Pickett delivered a standout performance with 278 passing yards, leading the Steelers to a total of 421 yards – a significant achievement that broke a 58-game streak without reaching 400 yards.
With Pat Freiermuth amassing a career-high 120 receiving yards, the Steelers showcased newfound offensive prowess under interim offensive coordinator Eddie Faulkner. The team executed effectively, culminating in Chris Boswell’s crucial fourth-quarter field goals to secure the win.
Facing the absence of injured quarterback Joe Burrow, the Bengals turned to backup Jake Browning, who had an impressive first start. Despite Browning’s efforts, the Bengals struggled to maintain momentum, allowing the Steelers to capitalize and maintain control of the game.
Although the Bengals managed to capitalize on a short field, their efforts were ultimately insufficient as the Steelers dominated both offensively and defensively.
With this victory, the Steelers aim to stay competitive in the AFC North race, attempting to keep pace with the Baltimore Ravens and the Cleveland Browns.
The Steelers now gear up to face the Arizona Cardinals in their upcoming game, while the Bengals look ahead to a matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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