In a thrilling finish, Russell Wilson led the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 28-27 comeback victory against the Washington Commanders. Despite throwing his first interception in nearly a year, Wilson found trade-deadline acquisition Mike Williams for a 32-yard touchdown with just over two minutes remaining in the game. This marked Wilson’s third touchdown pass of the afternoon, lifting the Steelers to their fourth consecutive win and improving their record to 7-2, placing them at the top of the AFC North.
Wilson, though not statistically remarkable with 14 completions on 28 attempts for 195 yards, effectively guided the Steelers. The game saw standout receptions, including George Pickens’ impressive 16-yard touchdown catch and a 3-yard touchdown reception by tight end Pat Freiermuth, energizing the Steelers’ fans who cheered with their iconic Terrible Towels.
The loss was a disappointment for Washington, who had hoped to secure their first 8-2 record since 1986. The Commanders, now standing at 7-3, initially held a 24-14 lead but faltered in the fourth quarter. Jayden Daniels, who had an impressive start to the season, finished the game with 202 passing yards but was unable to score a touchdown.
After the touchdown by Wilson to Williams, the Commanders made a late-game push. However, they fell short on a crucial fourth-and-9 attempt when Daniels’ pass to Zach Ertz was deemed just short of the first down marker. The Steelers sealed their victory when a defensive penalty on a fourth-and-1 allowed them to run out the clock.
Injuries impacted the game, with the Steelers losing cornerback Donte Jackson to a hamstring injury, while the Commanders’ roster saw some adjustments due to players missing time, including center Tyler Biadasz, who briefly exited but later returned.
Looking ahead, the Steelers will face their division rival, the Baltimore Ravens, next Sunday, while the Commanders are set to visit the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night.
This exciting game underscores the resilience of the Steelers, who have found a renewed sense of purpose under Russell Wilson’s leadership. Fans can look forward to the upcoming matchups as the season continues to unfold.