Steelers Clinch Victory Over Falcons with Boswell's Perfect Field Goal Record
The Pittsburgh Steelers kicked off their season with a solid start, clinching a victory against the Atlanta Falcons with a score of 18-10. This win not only set the tone for their season but also highlighted the team's defensive strength and special teams' effectiveness.
Pittsburgh's defense was formidable throughout the match, achieving two sacks and securing two interceptions against Atlanta. Montravius Adams and T.J. Watt stood out for their defensive contributions; Adams notched one sack resulting in a nine-yard loss for Atlanta and made one tackle for loss, while Watt contributed another sack and two tackles for loss, totaling twelve yards lost for the Falcons. Their dominant performance played a crucial role in limiting Atlanta's offensive capabilities.
In terms of special teams, Chris Boswell was flawless, converting all six of his field goal attempts, three of which were from over 50 yards away. His longest field goal stretched to an impressive 57 yards. Boswell's perfect record on the day added eighteen points to Pittsburgh’s tally, proving decisive in their victory.
On offense, Najee Harris spearheaded the ground game with seventy yards on twenty carries, earning three first downs in the process. George Pickens proved to be a pivotal receiver with eighty-five receiving yards from six catches that helped maintain momentum by securing crucial first downs.
Despite accumulating sixty penalty yards from nine infractions, Pittsburgh managed to maintain composure and focus elsewhere on the field to ensure these setbacks did not compromise their win.
As they move forward into the season, Pittsburgh Steelers enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating September 15th when their team will go head-to-head with the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver at 4:25 PM EDT. This encounter promises another chance for fans to rally behind their team as they seek to continue building on their winning start. The game will be televised on CBS.