The Browns' winning streak continues as they take down the Steelers on Thursday night, but at what cost?
- Pittsburgh's defense struggled to pressure Deshaun Watson, allowing him to complete 3 of 5 passes under pressure.
- The Steelers' seven-game winning streak on Thursdays comes to an end with the loss to the Browns.
Deshaun Watson was under pressure on 21.6% of his dropbacks, but still managed to complete 3 of 5 passes for 27 yards with an interception under pressure.
Can the Browns Keep Their Streak Alive?
- The Browns' winning streak continues, but at what cost?
- Mike McCarthy's seven-game winning streak on Thursdays comes to an end with the loss to the Browns.
How Did Watson Handle the Pressure?
Watson's performance under pressure was a concern for the Steelers, but he still managed to complete 3 of 5 passes for 27 yards with an interception.
What's Next for the Steelers?
The loss to the Browns marks the end of Mike McCarthy's seven-game winning streak on Thursdays, which extended back to his time with the Cowboys.
The Steelers' defense will look to regroup and improve their performance in their next game.
According to Pro Football Focus, the Steelers' defense allowed 4.5 yards per play, which is above their season average of 4.2 yards per play.
The Browns' offense, on the other hand, averaged 5.1 yards per play, which is a season high for the team.
The Steelers' defense struggled to contain the Browns' running game, allowing 4.2 yards per carry, which is above their season average of 3.8 yards per carry.
The Browns' winning streak is now the longest active streak in the NFL, surpassing the Patriots' seven-game winning streak in 2003.
The Steelers' loss marks their second consecutive loss to the Browns, with the first loss coming in Week 10 of last season.
Sources
- NFL.com: What We Learned from Browns' narrow win over Steelers on TNF What We Learned from Browns' win over PIT on TNF
