Overview
- Indianapolis fell 27-20 in Pittsburgh, halting a 7-1 surge that had positioned the Colts among the AFC’s frontrunners.
- Daniel Jones committed five giveaways — three interceptions and two lost fumbles — with multiple turnovers turning into Steelers points.
- Pittsburgh’s rush kept Jones under duress with five sacks and frequent hits that disrupted timing and decision-making.
- The Steelers contained Jonathan Taylor and the run game, pushing the Colts into a pass-heavy approach that magnified errors.
- With stronger defenses looming on the schedule, reported Jones extension talks could cool as Indianapolis prioritizes protection adjustments.