Justin Fields leads Steelers to victory over Broncos in Denver

In a tightly contested game on Sunday in Denver, the Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 13-6 victory over the Denver Broncos, marking their third consecutive win against this opponent. Justin Fields, stepping in for the injured Russell Wilson, showcased his skills by completing 13 of 20 passes for 117 yards and throwing a touchdown pass to Darnell Washington. The Steelers' defense was instrumental, limiting the Broncos to just 62 yards in the first half and forcing two interceptions from rookie quarterback Bo Nix. The game began with Fields leading a sustained drive that culminated in a 5-yard touchdown pass, giving Pittsburgh an early 7-0 lead. Chris Boswell added a field goal just before halftime, extending the Steelers' lead to 10-0. Despite Nix's 246 passing yards, he struggled to convert opportunities into points, with his best drive thwarted by an interception in the end zone. In the second half, the Steelers maintained control, with a 53-yard field goal from Boswell making it 13-0. The Broncos managed to score with two field goals from Wil Lutz, but their efforts fell short as they could not find the end zone. Coach Sean Payton's decision to settle for field goals instead of pursuing touchdowns reflected the team's struggles. This game highlighted the ongoing challenges for the Broncos, who are now 0-2 this season, while the Steelers improved to 2-0. Wilson's absence due to a calf strain continued to loom large over the Broncos, as they prepare to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next week.