Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin expressed his frustration after a questionable call involving safety Minkah Fitzpatrick during their game against the Colts. “I didn’t like that call, and I talked to New York yesterday, they didn’t like that call,” Tomlin revealed, acknowledging that even the NFL admitted the error. The call sparked controversy, but the Steelers didn’t get any relief from the league’s admission.

Despite the frustration, Tomlin remained focused on the bigger picture. “That doesn’t really help me on Monday,” he said, highlighting the need for his team to overcome such setbacks. While the NFL’s admission may be a small consolation, the Steelers know they have to push past it and keep grinding through the season.

Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers were clearly wronged during their 27-24 loss to the Colts, and they’re not happy about it. The controversy revolves around a crucial penalty called on Minkah Fitzpatrick for unnecessary roughness late in the third quarter. Colts quarterback Joe Flacco had just overthrown his target, Adonai Mitchell, when Fitzpatrick collided with him near the sideline. Despite leading with his shoulder and making what seemed like a clean play, the refs threw the flag, extending the Colts’ drive and leading to a crucial touchdown.

Fitzpatrick didn’t hold back after the game, expressing his frustration with the call and the direction the league is heading. “I thought we were playing football. I don’t know what we’re playing at this point. Can’t hit nobody hard. Can’t be violent,” he vented. Fellow safety DeShon Elliott also chimed in, calling the penalty and defending his teammate, saying, “He did nothing malicious. If anything, he let up.”

Tomlin, always composed, acknowledged the frustration but emphasized the team’s need to move forward. “You’re gonna get wronged from time to time,” he said, but it’s clear that this one stings, especially with the NFL later admitting the mistake.

Steelers’ comeback falls short as Colts hand Pittsburgh first loss in thrilling showdown

The Pittsburgh Steelers faced their first loss of the season in a thrilling 27-24 game against the Indianapolis Colts. Despite a valiant fourth-quarter comeback led by Justin Fields, the Steelers couldn’t overcome an early 17-0 deficit. Fields, who had struggled in the first half, put on a historic performance for the Steelers, becoming the first quarterback in team history to throw for over 300 yards (312), rush for 50 yards (55), and score both a passing and rushing touchdown in the same game. He connected with George Pickens seven times for 113 yards and threw a late touchdown to Pat Freiermuth, but it wasn’t enough to seal the win.

On the Colts’ side, Joe Flacco, stepping in for the injured Anthony Richardson, was steady and efficient, completing 16 of 26 passes for 168 yards and two touchdowns. “Flacco played like the veteran he is, and we didn’t have an answer for him early on,” a frustrated Mike Tomlin commented postgame. Jonathan Taylor chipped in with 88 rushing yards, and Michael Pittman Jr. was Flacco’s go-to target, grabbing six catches for 113 yards.

Despite Fields’ heroic efforts in the second half, the Steelers defense, which had been stout all season, faltered. Pittsburgh’s defense allowed more points in this game than they had in their previous three combined. The Colts sealed the game with a Matt Gay field goal late in the fourth quarter and held off Pittsburgh’s final drive with a key sack by E.J. Speed.

A tough day for the Steelers, but one filled with standout moments for both teams.