Steelers Get Back on Track, Defeating Broncos in Week 5
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are back - maybe - after defeating the Denver Broncos 27-19 in Week 5 at Heinz Field.
The Steelers recover from a three-game losing streak in dominant fashion, not allowing the Broncos to lead at any point Sunday. Pittsburgh led 17-6 at halftime and did not allow Denver to score a touchdown until the fourth quarter.
Ben Roethlisberger finished the game with 253 passing yards and two touchdowns.
Running back Najee Harris had his first 100-yard game, rushing 23 times for 122 yards and a touchdown. Chase Claypool led all wide receivers with 130 yards and a score.
On defense, Minkah Fitzpatrick led the team with 10 tackles. Devin Bush, Henry Mondeaux and T.J. Watt had sacks on Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater.
The Steelers lost wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (shoulder), running back Najee Harris (cramps) and linebacker Devin Bush (leg) to injuries against the Broncos.
Pittsburgh hosts the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football in Week 6.
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