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Steelers fall short in Cleveland, lose 27-24 to the Browns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 8:56 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Steelers fall short in Cleveland, lose 27-24 to the Browns
Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the Cleveland Browns 27-24 on Thursday night. After an impressive opening drive that lasted nearly 10 minutes, the Steelers struggled as the Browns scored 21 unanswered points. The Steelers tied the game late with an 80-yard touchdown drive but allowed the Browns to set up a game-winning field goal. This defeat marks the Steelers' fifth consecutive loss against the Browns on the road. Defensive lineman Cam Heyward acknowledged self-inflicted wounds contributing to the loss.

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  • •Steelers scored first with a 17-play touchdown drive.
  • •Browns responded with 21 unanswered points.
  • •Steelers tied the game with under two minutes left.
  • •Browns kicked the game-winning field goal.
  • •Cam Heyward cited self-inflicted mistakes after the loss.
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  • 8:56 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers frustrated by another Thursday night loss in Cleveland
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To say the Steelers had a dejected locker room after their 27-24 loss to the Browns Thursday night was an absolute understatement.

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