Steelers stage fourth-quarter comeback against Buccaneers on October 18

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Steelers stage fourth-quarter comeback against Buccaneers on October 18
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The Pittsburgh Steelers achieved a comeback victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, overcoming a 16-3 deficit entering the fourth quarter. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers rallied the team in the final moments, connecting with rookies Germie Bernard and DK Metcalf for key offensive plays. The Buccaneers started strong but faltered with critical turnovers, including two interceptions thrown by quarterback Jalon Daniels. The game concluded in overtime with Bernard scoring the game-winning touchdown, solidifying a 4-2 record for the Steelers. This win marks a significant moment for head coach Mike McCarthy, avoiding what some local fans feared would be a "Tomlin game."

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  • •Steelers rally from 16-3 deficit in fourth quarter
  • •Germie Bernard scores game-winning touchdown in overtime
  • •Aaron Rodgers leads team with critical offensive performance
  • •Buccaneers quarterback Jalon Daniels throws two interceptions
  • •Steelers improve to 4-2 after the victory
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  • 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers win first 'Tomlin game' of the Mike McCarthy era with comeback
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QB Aaron Rodgers and Steelers staged a fourth-quarter comeback to help Pittsburgh win what locals, fairly or not, would call a "Tomlin game."

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