Quantcast

Pittsburgh Review

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Steelers end losing streak with decisive win over Raiders

Webp nx6l1zsmjdz977adeie5v9uxkmee

Danny Smith Special Teams Coordinator | Pittsburgh Steelers Website

Danny Smith Special Teams Coordinator | Pittsburgh Steelers Website

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 32-13 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium, breaking their two-game losing streak. Najee Harris played a crucial role, rushing for 106 yards and scoring his first touchdown of the season. Chris Boswell contributed by kicking four field goals.

Quarterback Justin Fields added to the Steelers' ground game with two rushing touchdowns and completed 14 of 24 passes for 145 yards. "I just thought it was a collective effort," said Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin. T.J. Watt's defensive performance included forcing two fumbles, both recovered by teammates, limiting the Raiders to just 57 yards on the ground.

The Raiders initially led with a touchdown from Alexander Mattison after an impressive drive but struggled afterward. The Steelers responded with a field goal from Boswell and later took the lead following a forced fumble by Watt. Despite an interception by Divine Deablo, a penalty allowed Fields to score and put the Steelers ahead before halftime.

Jeremiah Moon blocked a punt in the second half, leading to another Boswell field goal. Harris extended the lead with his touchdown run, though rookie center Zach Frazier was injured during this drive.

Ameer Abdullah's potential touchdown for the Raiders was negated due to penalties, and Watt's strip prevented them from closing the gap further. Donte Jackson intercepted Aidan O'Connell, setting up another Fields touchdown run.

O'Connell connected with Kristian Wilkerson for a late Raiders touchdown but failed on their two-point attempt. Minkah Fitzpatrick recovered an onside kick attempt by Las Vegas, allowing Boswell to seal the win with his final field goal.

ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS STORY

!RECEIVE ALERTS

The next time we write about any of these orgs, we’ll email you a link to the story. You may edit your settings or unsubscribe at any time.
Sign-up

DONATE

Help support the Metric Media Foundation's mission to restore community based news.
Donate

MORE NEWS