Browns snuff out Rodgers fightback to beat Steelers 27-24

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (right) throws a pass against the Steelers in the first half at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio, on Thursday. | Imagn Images / via Reuters

AFP-Jiji

Oct 2, 2026

The Cleveland Browns needed a late field goal to fend off a spirited Aaron Rodgers-led fightback and beat their AFC North rivals Pittsburgh 27-24 on Thursday.

Having dominated the first half, with divisive quarterback Deshaun Watson continuing to impress home fans, Cleveland conceded two fourth-quarter touchdowns as the Steelers tied up the game.

But after Watson moved the ball with 56 yards, a field goal from Andre Szmyt edged the Browns back ahead with 10 seconds remaining. Rodgers’ deep throw to get into field goal range was picked off to hand Cleveland victory.

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