Overview

• The pivotal sequence came early in the fourth quarter when a kickoff caromed off Steelers rookie Kaleb Johnson and Seattle’s George Holani secured the ball in the end zone to push the lead to 24-14.
• Sam Darnold threw for 295 yards with two touchdown passes despite two first-half interceptions.
• Kenneth Walker III rushed for 105 yards and sealed the win with a 19-yard touchdown inside the final four minutes.
• Seattle outgained Pittsburgh 395-267 as Aaron Rodgers managed 203 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions in his home debut.
• The result moved both teams to 1-1 and ran counter to pregame forecasts, including an AI model giving Pittsburgh a 59% chance to win and sportsbook odds listing the Steelers at -190.