Cleveland Browns Stun Pittsburgh Steelers in Thrilling 24-19 Win
Game Summary
Nick Chubb ran for a 2-yard touchdown in heavy snow with 57 seconds left, and the Cleveland Browns stunned the Pittsburgh Steelers 24-19 on Thursday night, ending the Steelers’ five-game winning streak.
Browns Come from Behind
The Browns had blown a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter and were down 19-18 before getting the ball back with 3:22 remaining after Pittsburgh punter Corliss Waitman shanked a 16-yarder. With snow piling up and covering the yard lines on the field, Cleveland’s Jameis Winston completed a third-down pass to Jerry Jeudy to the Pittsburgh 9. Two plays later, Chubb barreled into the end zone.
Chubb’s Heroics
Chubb also scored on a 2-yard run in the second quarter. This was his fifth game back since undergoing two surgeries and nearly having his career ended when Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick hit him in the legs near the goal line.
Steelers’ Struggle
The Steelers had one last chance, but Russell Wilson’s Hail Mary on the final play was knocked down by Browns safety Grant Delpit in the end zone, touching off a wild celebration at Huntington Bank Field.
Injuries
- Steelers: WR Van Jefferson (quadriceps) left briefly in the first half but returned. … LB Elandon Roberts was forced out in the fourth quarter with an unspecified injury.
- Browns: WR Cedric Tillman was checked for a head injury.
Up Next
- Steelers: At Cincinnati on Dec. 1.
- Browns: At Denver on Dec. 3.
Conclusion
The Browns’ win eased pressure on coach Kevin Stefanski and gave Cleveland fans something to savor. Myles Garrett got three sacks and outplayed Steelers star T.J. Watt, dominating the first half and setting up Cleveland’s second score with a strip-sack of Wilson.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the final score?
A: Cleveland Browns 24, Pittsburgh Steelers 19
Q: Who scored the go-ahead touchdown?
A: Nick Chubb
Q: What was the score when the Browns took the lead?
A: 24-19
Q: Which team ended their winning streak?
A: Pittsburgh Steelers (5-game winning streak)
