In a hard-fought Pittsburgh Steelers–Baltimore Ravens game, defense and field goals were once again the primary storylines. Chris Boswell was perfect on the day, converting all six of his field goal attempts, while Baltimore’s Justin Tucker struggled, missing two attempts, continuing his season-long woes. Ultimately, the Steelers came out on top, defeating the Ravens 18-16 in a tense AFC North matchup.
The game saw standout performances from several Steelers players, with linebacker Payton Wilson earning the highest grade of the game from Pro Football Focus (PFF). Wilson’s interception, in which he wrestled the ball away from Ravens running back Justice Hill, prevented a potential Ravens scoring drive and kept Pittsburgh in control of the game. He allowed only two catches for 3 yards on four targets into his coverage, showcasing his strong defensive presence.
King Henry fumbles on the first play!! 😮
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Defensive lineman Cameron Heyward and guard Isaac Seumalo also earned top grades, with Heyward earning a 90.5 and Seumalo a 90.4 for their contributions to both the defense and offense. The Steelers’ defense remained stout throughout, limiting the Ravens’ scoring opportunities and forcing key stops when needed.
DT Cameron Heyward on the #Steelers success vs. #Ravens QB Lamar Jackson.
“Lamar’s a great talent. … We got great players over here, too. … There’s a bunch of guys on that side of the ball that are just ready for the moment. … We can’t make every play but our defense can.” pic.twitter.com/L5r5sWH4x0
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As the game’s standout performer, Wilson’s critical play and overall solid performance were key in keeping the Steelers in the driver’s seat during the final stages of the game. The Steelers’ victory further solidifies their position in the competitive AFC North, while Baltimore’s struggles with Tucker and missed opportunities.
