The Steelers failed to score in the first quarter, the first time in 23 quarters they didn’t score. The last time that happened was the second quarter of their Week 5 loss to the Cowboys.
The Steelers came close to keeping their streak alive, but Chris Boswell missed only his second field goal of the season.
On a cold, windy and snowy night, Boswell’s 58-yard attempt was wide right.
The Steelers didn’t take long to score in the second quarter.
Boswell made a 48-yarder with 10:53 remaining until halftime, ending a 10-play, 59-yard drive. The big play came on a 46-yard pass to Calvin Austin to the Cleveland 27 before Grant Delpit saved the touchdown.
The Steelers have outgained the Browns 154 to 19, with Russell Wilson going 10-of-10 for 128 yards.
Steelers receiver Van Jefferson aggravated a quad injury and is questionable to return. He took a big hit from Browns safety Ronnie Hickman on a 4-yard reception.
He has spent time on the exercise bicycle trying to keep the muscle warm and loose.
Mike Williams could see more time as long as Jefferson is sidelined.
