Steelers offense erupts, defense secures 30-27 win over Bengals

Bengals Steelers Football Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) throws under pressure from Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Boye Mafe (53) as Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu (76) and Pittsburgh Steelers guard Mason McCormick (66) are seen during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) (Gene J. Puskar/AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

By Alan Saunders

This article originally appeared on SteelersNOW.com.

The Pittsburgh Steelers offense finally awoke from its early-season slumber, scoring two touchdowns in the opening quarter for the first time in 69 games.

But it wasn’t enough. The Cincinnati Bengals can play that game, too.

Joe Burrow and company matched Aaron Rodgers score for score as the teams entered a back-and-forth shootout.

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