Browns edge Steelers 27-24 in thrilling Thursday night matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 4:03 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The Browns claimed a 27-24 victory over the Steelers on October 1, 2026, breaking a logjam at the top of the AFC North with their third consecutive win. Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson led his team to victory, while Pittsburgh's Aaron Rodgers struggled and expressed frustration during the game. Browns kicker Andre Szmyt kicked a game-winning 56-yard field goal with 10 seconds remaining after Rodgers tied the game with a touchdown drive. The win brings the Browns to 3-1, but questions remain about the long-term implications of Watson's performance as his contract expires next year. Cleveland will face the Jets next.
- •Browns improve to 3-1 and take sole possession of AFC North.
- •Watson leads team to victory amid ongoing contract questions.
- •Szmyt's field goal secures win with 10 seconds left.
- •Browns face Jets next in a crucial matchup.
- 4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Browns win battle with Steelers but are losing war with Deshaun Watson | Opinion
"The Browns are surprisingly in first place in the AFC North. That should be good news, but let's fast forward a bit, writes columnist Nate Davis.
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