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Steelers vs. Colts, Week 5: Live Updates, Highlights, Scoring Plays, and Injury Report

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Indianapolis Colts 34-22 at Acrisure Stadium in Week 5. Pittsburgh’s offense controlled the tempo with timely explosive plays and efficient red-zone execution, pulling away in the second half to secure a pivotal home victory.

Game Summary & Key Scoring Plays

• Final Score: Pittsburgh Steelers 34, Indianapolis Colts 22

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• Passing Attack Clicks: Aaron Rodgers paced the Steelers’ passing game, connecting on 3 passing touchdowns without a turnover.

• Dual-Threat Ground Game: Jaylen Warren served as the primary workhorse, surpassing 100 yards rushing with a ground touchdown and adding 87 receiving yards and a receiving score. Pat Freiermuth provided key red-zone production with 2 receiving touchdowns.

• Colts’ Scoring Effort: Daniel Jones and the Colts leaned heavily on Spencer Shrader’s leg (5-for-5 on field goals) and a short rushing score by Tyler Warren, but Indianapolis struggled to convert red-zone trips into seven points.

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• Special Teams & Field Position: Chris Boswell went 2-for-2 on field goals for Pittsburgh, including a 54-yarder, keeping Indianapolis at an arm’s length throughout the fourth quarter.

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Key Matchup Highlights

• Warren’s Big Play: Jaylen Warren broke open the defense with an 80-yard reception and a 50-yard scamper, setting the tone for the Pittsburgh offense.

• Red Zone Defense: Pittsburgh held Indianapolis to just one touchdown on three red-zone opportunities, forcing the Colts to settle repeatedly for field goals.

• Defensive Pressure: The Steelers’ defense, anchored by Payton Wilson (10 combined tackles, 2 tackles for loss) and Cameron Heyward (1 sack), disrupted the Colts’ late drives.

Week 5 Inactives and Injury News

• Pittsburgh Steelers:

  • Ruled Out / Inactive: WR Michael Pittman Jr. (foot), S DeShon Elliott (knee), CB Jamel Dean (ankle), and RB Rico Dowdle (toe) were sidelined.

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  • Active: CB Jalen Ramsey suited up despite a wrist designation and played a critical role in coverage.

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• Indianapolis Colts:

  • Ruled Out / Inactive: WR Darius Slayton (knee), WR Ashton Dulin (hamstring), LB Jaylon Carlies (ribs), and DE Arden Key (hamstring) were out.

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  • Active: WR Keenan Allen and CB Charvarius Ward both cleared pre-game checks and played.

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