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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 most complete performance of the season against the Colts a week earlier, the Steelers struggled…

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 overcame a 16-3 deficit to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26-19 in overtime.
  • Aaron Rodgers threw the game-winning six-yard touchdown pass to Germie Bernard in the extra period.
  • Kicker Chris Boswell scored 14 points and broke the Steelers' franchise record for all-time field goals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pittsburgh Steelers rallied from a 16-3 third-quarter deficit to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26-19 in overtime on Sunday. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw a go-ahead six-yard touchdown pass to Germie Bernard in overtime to cap a 12-play drive. The road victory improved Pittsburgh's record to 4-2 on the season.

Bernard finished with 11 catches for 87 yards, while DK Metcalf added 11 receptions for 93 yards. Pittsburgh's defense secured five sacks and two fourth-quarter interceptions. Kicker Chris Boswell contributed 14 points, hitting four field goals to surpass Gary Anderson's franchise record for all-time field goals.

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