NFL: Pittsburgh Steelers' defense prevails against Cleveland Browns (15 images)

By Wade Sheridan

The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Cleveland Browns 26-22 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Monday. The Steelers' defense was the difference, as T.J. Watt scored on a 16-yard fumble return in the fourth quarter. The Browns lost running back Nick Chubb to injury in the second quarter.

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt celebrates with fans after his fumble recovery and 16-yard run for a touchdown in the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on September 18, 2023. The Steelers defeated the Browns 26-22. Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI

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Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (C) intercepts a pass and runs 30 yards for the touchdown in the first quarter. Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI

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Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper pulls in a 17-yard pass in the first quarter. Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI

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Browns place kicker Dustin Hopkins misses a 43-yard field goal in the first quarter. Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI

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