The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 20-10 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 3, largely thanks to a once again dominant defensive performance that stifled the Chargers after an early second-quarter setback.
Despite trailing 10-7, Pittsburgh’s defense clamped down, not allowing a drive over 32 yards for the remainder of the game.
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The game took a crucial turn late in the third quarter when Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was sacked by Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts. Herbert, who had been questionable heading into the game due to health concerns, left with an injury and did not return, sealing the Chargers’ offensive struggles.
From that point on, Pittsburgh’s defense dictated the pace, recording five sacks and limiting Los Angeles to just 168 total yards on 10 drives…