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Steelers Takeaways: Second-half comeback saves Pittsburgh in overtime win over Buccaneers

For nearly three quarters on Sunday, the Steelers looked like a team that had left its offensive momentum back in Pittsburgh. After putting together their

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 1:14 PM
Steelers Takeaways: Second-half comeback saves Pittsburgh in overtime win over Buccaneers
Key Things to Know
  • Pittsburgh rallied from a 16-3 deficit to defeat Tampa Bay 26-19 in overtime.
  • Aaron Rodgers threw a six-yard game-winning touchdown pass to Germie Bernard in the extra period.
  • Chris Boswell kicked four field goals to become the Steelers' all-time leader in made field goals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pittsburgh Steelers overcame a 13-point deficit to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26-19 in overtime on Sunday. After trailing 16-3 in the third quarter, Pittsburgh scored 16 unanswered fourth-quarter points before quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw a game-winning six-yard touchdown pass to Germie Bernard during the opening overtime possession.

Bernard finished with 11 catches for 87 yards, while DK Metcalf added 11 receptions for 93 yards. Kicker Chris Boswell contributed 14 points, including four field goals, to surpass Gary Anderson as the franchise's all-time field goals leader. Defensive interceptions by D’Everett Everette and Jamel Dean also propelled the Steelers to a 4-2 record.

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