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Depot After Dark: Steelers’ Reaction To Browns Taking Ball, Players Celebrate, Steelers Provide Free Lunches

A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article, but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys. Your Depot After Dark for Nov. 4. STEELERS’ REACTION TO…

By Troy Montgomery · Steelers Depot

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 2:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Pittsburgh Steelers defenders were motivated after the Cleveland Browns chose to receive the opening coin toss in Week 8.
Pittsburgh defeated Cleveland 27-6, sacking quarterback Deshaun Watson eight times and allowing only six points.
The Steelers entered their bye week leading their division with a 6-2 record.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Steelers Depot rounded up several Pittsburgh Steelers storylines following the team's 27-6 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Week 8. Safety Jaquan Brisker and linebacker Alex Highsmith revealed the defense took personal offense when Cleveland chose to receive the ball after winning the opening coin toss, fueling an eight-sack performance against Deshaun Watson.

The team also shared in-game celebration footage as Pittsburgh entered its bye week with a 6-2 record leading the division. Off the field, the Steelers partnered with Giant Eagle to provide free lunches for students at CitiParks Recreation Centers during school closures and early dismissals.

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