Pittsburgh
Steelers
11-6
39
FINAL
43
Tennessee
Titans
11-6
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 23d ago
In a thrilling Wildcard Round matchup, the Tennessee Titans narrowly defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 43-39, securing their spot in the next round of the playoffs. The stakes were high, as both teams fought for postseason survival, but it was the Titans who emerged victorious in a high-scoring affair. Bo Nix led the way for the Titans, throwing for an impressive five touchdown passes, showcasing his ability to deliver in clutch moments. Big D Randy of the Steelers put up a valiant effort, amassing 331 passing yards, while Pheaktra Beng contributed significantly on the ground with 125 rushing yards. Zack Weiss stood out in the receiving corps, racking up an astonishing 239 receiving yards, but it ultimately wasn’t enough to secure a win. Defensively, the Titans were able to apply pressure, with Landon Jackson recording a crucial sack that helped stifle a late Steelers drive. Although the Steelers' defense, led by DaRon Bland and Jamel Dean, made some impactful plays, including a key interception, it was the Titans' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities that turned the tide of the game. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Nix connected for his fifth touchdown, sealing the win and sending the Titans to the next round.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Big D RandyQB211467%33130149.3
Bo NixQB402973%31051123.9
Joe MiltonQB11100%5510158.3
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Pheaktra BengHB1112511.431620
Tim AndersonHB7304.3110111
Kaelon BlackHB199.03090
Brian Robinson JrHB144.03040
GOON LaJerkitFB000.0—000
Michael WilsonWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Zack WeissWR623939.8943770
Tim AndersonHB99010.0791260
Chigoziem OkonkwoTE88210.3213300
Michael WilsonWR36321.0270490
Jahdae WalkerWR66210.3370180
Jameson WilliamsWR44912.3161220
Jeremiah SmithWR23618.0120220
Bryce LanceWR22713.530210
Gunnar HelmTE11919.050190
Jake FergusonTE11717.010170
Pheaktra BengHB166.03160
GOON LaJerkitFB166.02060
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Chad RylandK0050
Ryan WrightP0000
Cade YorkK22354