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Three Rivers Report: What to make of the Steelers’ win over the Bucs

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a hard-fought 4-2 record after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, maintaining their position in the competitive AFC North race. Despite an uneven start, the Steelers’ offense rallied late in regulation and into overtime to overcome a stifling early performance by Todd Bowles’ defense, which struggled to contain Jalon Daniels and the Bucs’ early-game efficiency.

While rookie Germie Bernard stood out with a standout performance, the Steelers’ defense remained inconsistent, allowing Tampa Bay to dictate terms before tightening up in the final frames. The win keeps Pittsburgh tied with the Cleveland Browns for second place, but the team’s ability to overcome slow starts will be critical as the season progresses.

Defensively, Jalen Ramsey led the charge with a strong individual effort, though the unit’s early missteps underscore the need for more consistent execution across the board.

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