Steelers defense forces fumble from Burrow to seal win over Bengals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers edged the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27 in a close contest on September 27, 2026. With just over two minutes remaining, Steelers defensive tackle Derrick Harmon sacked Joe Burrow, stripping the ball and allowing Pittsburgh to take possession with 44 seconds left. Earlier, Burrow had a strong performance, completing 14 consecutive passes to start the game and throwing two touchdown passes, including one to Mike Gesicki that put the Bengals ahead in the fourth quarter. After taking the lead late, the Steelers relied on their defense to secure the victory.
- •Steelers secure a last-minute win with a forced turnover.
- •Derrick Harmon forces a fumble from Joe Burrow in the final minute.
- •Burrow throws two touchdown passes and starts 14-of-14.
- •Mike Gesicki's touchdown briefly gives Bengals the lead in the fourth quarter.
- •Aaron Rodgers contributes two early touchdowns for the Steelers.
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers defense comes up big against Joe Burrow, forces game-winning fumble in final minute
"The Bengals and Steelers played a back-and-forth game in Week 3.
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