Pittsburgh Steelers Edge Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26–19 on October 18, 2026
In Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26–19. Aaron Rodgers led the Steelers with 253 passing yards and two touchdowns, while Jalon Daniels managed 164 yards and one touchdown for the Buccaneers.
Rundown · Listed by game date. First published Oct 18, 2026.
On October 18, 2026, the Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 26–19 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in an NFL Week 6 matchup. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers completed 33 of 49 passes for 253 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing a more productive passing game compared to Buccaneers quarterback Jalon Daniels, who completed 22 of 43 attempts for 164 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions.
The receiving corps also highlighted the contrast between the teams. Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf caught 11 passes for 93 yards, while Buccaneers’ Emeka Egbuka led his team with seven receptions for 48 yards and one touchdown. On the ground, Pittsburgh’s Jaylen Warren had 50 rushing yards on 14 carries, slightly edging Tampa Bay’s Bucky Irving, who ran 19 times for 46 yards.
Overall, the Steelers demonstrated a more efficient aerial attack and balanced offense, which contributed to their seven-point margin over the Buccaneers. The difference in passing yardage and fewer turnovers proved significant in this contest.
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