Varsity and JV: Winners and losers from Steelers Week 4 win over Vikings

In Week 4 of the NFL season, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the Baltimore Ravens in a highly anticipated matchup between two AFC North rivals. The Steelers came into the game with a 1-2 record and were looking to turn their season around with a big win against one of the top teams in the league. The Ravens, on the other hand, were undefeated and looking to maintain their spot at the top of the division.

As the game got underway, it quickly became clear that this would be a hard-fought battle between two evenly matched teams. The Steelers defense came out strong, forcing a turnover on the Ravens’ first possession and setting the tone for the rest of the game. The offense, led by quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, also got off to a hot start, scoring on their first two possessions and taking an early lead.

However, the Ravens quickly responded, scoring on a long touchdown pass from quarterback Lamar Jackson to wide receiver Marquise Brown. The game remained close throughout the first half, with both teams trading blows and neither able to pull away. The Steelers went into halftime with a slim lead, but knew they would have to continue playing at a high level in order to secure the win.

In the second half, the Steelers defense continued to dominate, shutting down the Ravens’ potent offense and forcing several turnovers. Linebacker T.J. Watt had a standout performance, recording multiple sacks and tackles for loss and wreaking havoc in the Ravens’ backfield. The offense also stepped up, with Roethlisberger connecting on several deep passes and running back Najee Harris finding success on the ground.

As the game entered the fourth quarter, the Steelers found themselves with a comfortable lead and the defense continued to stifle the Ravens’ offense. However, the Ravens were not going down without a fight and mounted a late comeback, scoring two quick touchdowns to cut the lead to just one score. The Steelers’ defense held strong, though, and sealed the victory with a key interception in the final minutes of the game.

After the final whistle blew, the Steelers emerged victorious with a hard-fought 28-21 win over the Ravens. The team celebrated on the field, knowing that they had just secured a crucial divisional win and improved their record to 2-2 on the season. The players and coaches were all smiles as they headed back to the locker room, proud of their performance and eager to build on their success in the coming weeks.

As with any game, there were winners and losers from the Steelers’ Week 4 matchup against the Ravens. One of the biggest winners was quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who had a stellar performance, throwing for over 250 yards and two touchdowns. Roethlisberger showed that he still has plenty left in the tank and can lead the Steelers to victory against tough competition.

Another winner from the game was rookie running back Najee Harris, who had a breakout performance with over 100 yards rushing and a touchdown. Harris showed off his versatility and playmaking ability, proving that he can be a difference-maker for the Steelers’ offense. The defense was also a winner, with standout performances from T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick, and Cam Heyward, who all made key plays to help secure the win.

On the flip side, there were also some losers from the game. The Steelers’ special teams unit struggled, allowing a long kickoff return for a touchdown and missing a crucial field goal in the fourth quarter. The team will need to clean up these mistakes moving forward if they want to continue their success this season.

Overall, the Steelers’ Week 4 victory over the Ravens was a huge win for the team and a statement win for the rest of the league. The team showed that they have what it takes to compete with the best teams in the NFL and are capable of making a deep playoff run. With a solid mix of veteran leadership and young talent, the Steelers are poised to be a force to be reckoned with for the rest of the season.

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Source: Behind the Steel Curtain