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Browns hold off Rodgers' comeback to beat Steelers 27-24

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 4:12 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Browns hold off Rodgers' comeback to beat Steelers 27-24

Summary

The Cleveland Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-24 on Thursday night in an AFC North matchup. Cleveland led for most of the game, but the Steelers, led by Aaron Rodgers, fought back to tie the game in the fourth quarter. Deshaun Watson's late field goal put the Browns back in front, securing their third straight victory. Rodgers threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, showing resilience despite being sacked five times. The win improves the Browns’ record to 3-1, while the Steelers fall to 2-2.

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Status Watch

•Browns move to 3-1 with the win, Steelers drop to 2-2.
•Rodgers throws for 299 yards and three touchdowns.
•Watson completes 268 passing yards and one touchdown.
•Game remains closely contested with a late comeback from Pittsburgh.
•Browns' victory marks their fifth straight home win against the Steelers.

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4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Browns snuff out Rodgers fightback to beat Steelers 27-24

What they're saying

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The Cleveland Browns needed a late field goal to fend off a spirited Aaron Rodgers-led fightback and beat their AFC North rivals Pittsburgh 27-24 on Thursday.It was another impressive night for Watson, who led the Browns to a third consecutive late win.
— Yahoo Sports

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