The Pittsburgh Steelers ran wild over the Tennessee Titans in the second half on Sunday, November 12th, 2023, coming back from a 14-3 deficit to win 27-24. The Steelers rushed for 204 yards in the second half, led by Najee Harris’ 120 yards and two touchdowns.
The Titans got off to a hot start, scoring touchdowns on their first two drives. Derrick Henry scored a 1-yard touchdown run on the Titans’ first drive, and Ryan Tannehill threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to A.J. Brown on their second drive.
The Steelers finally got on the board in the second quarter with a 32-yard field goal by Chris Boswell. But the Titans took a 14-3 lead into halftime.
The Steelers came out of halftime on fire, scoring 14 points in the first seven minutes of the third quarter to tie the game. Harris scored his first touchdown on a 1-yard run, and then Ben Roethlisberger hit Diontae Johnson on a 62-yard touchdown pass.
The Titans responded with a field goal to retake the lead, but the Steelers answered right back with another touchdown run by Harris. This time, Harris went for 20 yards to give the Steelers a 21-17 lead.
The Steelers’ defense then got a stop on defense, and Roethlisberger led the Steelers on a game-winning drive. Boswell kicked a 40-yard field goal with just over two minutes remaining to give the Steelers the victory.
Steelers’ Running Game Explodes in Second Half
The key to the Steelers’ comeback victory was their running game. The Steelers rushed for 204 yards in the second half, led by Harris’ 120 yards and two touchdowns. Harris’ running helped the Steelers to control the clock and keep the Titans’ offense off the field.
The Steelers’ running game was especially effective in the third quarter. The Steelers rushed for 133 yards in the third quarter, including two touchdowns by Harris. The Steelers’ running game helped them to score 21 points in the third quarter and tie the game at 21-21.
Steelers’ Defense Stifles Titans in Second Half
The Steelers’ defense also played a key role in their comeback victory. The Titans scored 14 points in the first half, but they were held to just 10 points in the second half. The Steelers’ defense was especially good in the fourth quarter, as they forced the Titans to punt on both of their drives.
The Steelers’ defense was led by linebacker T.J. Watt, who had two sacks and three tackles for loss. Watt was able to pressure Tannehill all day and helped to disrupt the Titans’ passing game.
Steelers Rally for Dramatic Comeback Victory
The Steelers’ comeback victory over the Titans was a dramatic one. The Steelers trailed by 11 points at halftime, but they came back to win 27-24. The Steelers’ running game and defense were the keys to their victory.
What the Steelers Did Right
The Steelers did a number of things right in their comeback victory over the Titans. First, they were able to establish their running game in the second half. Harris’ running helped the Steelers to control the clock and keep the Titans’ offense off the field.
Second, the Steelers defense played much better in the second half than they did in the first half. The Steelers’ defense was able to pressure Tannehill and disrupt the Titans’ passing game.
Finally, the Steelers made fewer mistakes in the second half than they did in the first half. The Steelers did not turn the ball over in the second half, and they were able to take advantage of their opportunities in the red zone.
What the Steelers Need to Do Next
The Steelers need to continue to run the ball effectively and play good defense in order to make a run at the playoffs. The Steelers also need to avoid turnovers and take advantage of their opportunities in the red zone. If the Steelers can do these things, they will have a good chance of making a deep run in the playoffs.
Conclusion
The Steelers’ comeback victory over the Titans was a huge win for their playoff hopes. The Steelers are now 7-5 on the season, and they are in the thick of the AFC playoff race. The Steelers will look to continue their winning ways next week when they host the Baltimore Ravens.
