Ben Roethlisberger discusses T.J. Watt's performance against Bengals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 3:41 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Ben Roethlisberger addressed T.J. Watt's lack of sacks during the Steelers' Week 3 win over the Bengals. Despite Watt's quiet game, Roethlisberger noted that role players made significant contributions, particularly on the decisive defensive stand. The Steelers' defense allowed 27 points but managed to secure the victory with efforts from unexpected players late in the game. Roethlisberger emphasized the importance of depth in a championship-caliber team and indicated that consistent performances from all defensive players would be crucial moving forward.
- •Steelers beat Bengals despite allowing 27 points
- •Roethlisberger praised contributions from non-star players
- •T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith contained by Cincinnati's game plan
- •Defensive plays made by Yahya Black, Derrick Harmon, and others
- •Roethlisberger stresses need for consistent defensive effort
- 3:41 PMYahoo Sports — Ben Roethlisberger explains why zero sacks from T.J. Watt is okay
"Former quarterback Ben Roethlisberger detailed how role players stepped up for the Pittsburgh Steelers when star pass rusher T.J. Watt was held quiet.
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