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Steelers Edge Vikings 24-21 in NFL’s First Regular-Season Game in Dublin

Defensive takeaways proved decisive as the league broadens its regular-season footprint overseas.

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An aerial view of the NFL Dublin Game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki (88) catches a pass under coverage from Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott (25) in the first quarter of the NFL Week 18 game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025.

Overview

  • Steelers safety DeShon Elliott intercepted Carson Wentz in the second quarter and marked it with an Irish-dance celebration.
  • T. J. Watt snagged a third-quarter interception, helping Pittsburgh turn field position into a multi-score advantage.
  • DK Metcalf broke an 80-yard slant for a touchdown and finished with five receptions for 126 yards and a score.
  • Kenneth Gainwell rushed for two touchdowns, including a four-yard run late in the third quarter, for his first career multi-TD game.
  • Minnesota’s late rally featured Wentz’s 350 passing yards but was undercut by eight penalties, seven sacks and two turnovers, ending on a failed fourth-and-17 as Pittsburgh moved into sole first in the AFC North.