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Around the AFC North: Steelers Take Division Lead and Slam Browns for Trash Talk

Joe Burrow likes the Bengals’ ability to overcome their mistakes. Reducing Deshaun Watson’s sacks remains a major priority for the Browns.

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 6:29 PM
Around the AFC North: Steelers Take Division Lead and Slam Browns for Trash Talk
Key Things to Know
  • The Steelers claimed the AFC North lead after defeating the Browns 27-6 on Sunday.
  • Pittsburgh players criticized Browns defensive end Jared Verse following his pre-game trash talk.
  • Running back Jaylen Warren paced Pittsburgh's offense with 143 of the team's 200 rushing yards.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured the AFC North lead following a 27-6 victory over the Cleveland Browns, extending their winning streak to four games. After the contest, Pittsburgh players called out Browns defensive end Jared Verse for his pre-game trash talk after he managed just one tackle. Running back Jaylen Warren led Pittsburgh's 200-yard ground attack with 143 rushing yards.

Elsewhere in the division, the Cincinnati Bengals improved to 5-2 after rallying from a 13-point deficit to defeat the Tennessee Titans 43-36 in overtime. Joe Burrow threw five touchdowns and ran for the game-winning score. Meanwhile, Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson was sacked eight times by Pittsburgh's defense, bringing his league-leading total to 33 sacks on the season.

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