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Top 10 PFF grades on Steelers defense for Week 8 vs Browns: Patrick Queen bounces back
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Fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers , rejoice! The Steelers decimated the Cleveland Browns en route to a 27-6 victory, allowing zero touchdowns and sacking Deshaun Watson eight times. As evidence of the unit's defensive excellence, there are several players worth recognizing using Pro Football Focus' grading scale.
From Daylen Everette's outstanding level of play despite limited playing time to Patrick Queen's continued bounce-back performance, here's a look at the highest-graded Steelers defenders from Week 8, per PFF.
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) scores a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) runs the ball during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Doneiko Slaughter (40) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) celebrates with teammates after scoring touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Eli Heidenreich (29) and linebacker Nick Herbig (51) tackle Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Keeanu Benton (95) tackles Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton (95) tackle Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) throws the ball during warm ups prior to an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) runs the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) and linebacker Payton Wilson (41) make the tackle during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL game as Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger (49) defends at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) scores a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Dk Metcalf (4) leaps over Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the first half of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Dk Metcalf (4) leaps over Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during the first half of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Yahya Black (94) attempt to tackle Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) during an NFL football game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington (80) carries the ball as Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger (49) defends during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington (80) receives a pass during the second quarter of an NFL game as Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger (49) defends at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) attempts to tackle Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) and safety Jaquan Brisker (3) react during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) catches a pass during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns linebacker Quincy Williams (5) tackles Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) recact after tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) scored a touchdown during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) runs the ball during the third quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) runs the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott (25) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) runs the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) runs the ball for a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) runs the ball while under pressure against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) runs the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) and linebacker Payton Wilson (41) attempt to make a tackle during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (44) runs the ball during the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90), defensive tackle Kevin Jobity Jr. (92) and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton (95) sack Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
(Charles LeClaire, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offense stands in a huddle during the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) looks to pass the ball during the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (44) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Robert Spears-Jennings (28) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) and linebacker Payton Wilson (41) tackle Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (44) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Blake Whiteheart (86) carries the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson (41) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham (94) tackles Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) scores a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) scores a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Grading the Steelers rookies at the bye week
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) runs the ball during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Doneiko Slaughter (40) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) celebrates with teammates after scoring touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Eli Heidenreich (29) and linebacker Nick Herbig (51) tackle Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Keeanu Benton (95) tackles Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton (95) tackle Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) throws the ball during warm ups prior to an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) runs the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) and linebacker Payton Wilson (41) make the tackle during the first quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL game as Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger (49) defends at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) scores a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Dk Metcalf (4) leaps over Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the first half of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Dk Metcalf (4) leaps over Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during the first half of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Yahya Black (94) attempt to tackle Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) during an NFL football game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
(Charles LeClaire, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington (80) carries the ball as Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger (49) defends during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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NFL weekly grades: Steelers praised for dominating Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington (80) receives a pass during the second quarter of an NFL game as Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger (49) defends at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) attempts to tackle Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (10) during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
(Charles LeClaire, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) and safety Jaquan Brisker (3) react during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) catches a pass during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
(Charles LeClaire, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns linebacker Quincy Williams (5) tackles Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard (17) during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) recact after tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) scored a touchdown during the second quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) runs the ball during the third quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Big Ben calls on Steelers to make a huge change with Jaylen Warren
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) runs the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott (25) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) runs the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) runs the ball for a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) runs the ball while under pressure against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) runs the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) and linebacker Payton Wilson (41) attempt to make a tackle during the third quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (44) runs the ball during the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90), defensive tackle Kevin Jobity Jr. (92) and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton (95) sack Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offense stands in a huddle during the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) looks to pass the ball during the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (44) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Robert Spears-Jennings (28) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Top 10 PFF grades on Steelers defense for Week 8 vs Browns: Patrick Queen bounces back
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen (6) and linebacker Payton Wilson (41) tackle Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (44) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Blake Whiteheart (86) carries the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson (41) tackles Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (22) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
(Barry Reeger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Best photos from Steelers' Week 8 win over Browns
Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham (94) tackles Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (13) during the fourth quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Top 10 PFF grades on defense
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CB Daylen Everette — 98.0
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DT Yahya Black — 82.6
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LB Patrick Queen — 75.6
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LB Nick Herbig — 73.1
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DT Cameron Heyward — 72.5
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S Robert Spears-Jennings — 71.4
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CB Asante Samuel Jr. — 67.9
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S DeShon Elliott — 67.0
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S Jalen Ramsey — 66.1
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LB T.J. Watt — 63.8
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