Steelers Defeat Dolphins to Maintain AFC North Lead

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Miami Dolphins 28-15 on Monday Night Football, snapping Miami's four-game winning streak and eliminating them from playoff contention. Pittsburgh quarterback Aaron Rodgers excelled, completing 23 of 27 passes for 224 yards and two touchdowns, including connections with Marquez Valdes-Scantling and DK Metcalf.

The Steelers scored touchdowns on four consecutive drives, dominating the second half after taking a 10-3 lead into halftime. Running back Kenneth Gainwell contributed significantly with 126 total yards.

The Dolphins struggled offensively, with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa tossing an interception and finishing with 254 passing yards but two late touchdowns that were not enough to shift the game's outcome.

The victory improved the Steelers' record to 8-6, maintaining their one-game lead over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC North, while the Dolphins fell to 6-8, officially out of the playoff race. Pittsburgh's defense, despite missing key players like T.J.

Watt, sacked Tagovailoa four times and stifled Miami's run game, holding De'Von Achane to 60 yards. The Steelers will face the Detroit Lions next, while the Dolphins shift their focus to evaluating player performances as they prepare for the future.