Stats that stood out: Steelers vs. Cowboys
After an intense game and disappointing loss to one of the hottest teams in football, it’s time to examine the stats that truly defined this Steelers/Cowboys encounter on Sunday.
Stat of the Week – 209
After holding the Ravens to 274 yards of total offense a week earlier, the Steelers gave up 209 yards to one player: Ezekiel Elliott. Elliott ran for 114 yards and added another 116 yards receiving with 3 touchdowns.
121.7
Dak Prescott‘s QB rating.
125.4
Ben Roethlisberger‘s QB rating.
14
Number of catches by Antonio Brown.
2
Touchdowns scored by Le’Veon Bell: one rushing and one receiving.
He had gone scoreless up until this game.
30
Points scored by the Steelers offense: the most scored on Dallas’ defense this season. (Their previous was 23.)
448/400
Total yards and passing yards by the Steelers offense: both totals are the most relinquished by the Cowboys in 2016.
3/4
Dallas punted 3 times: Pittsburgh 4…
30:24
However the Cowboys edged the Steelers in time of possession, 30:24 to 29:36
54%
The Cowboys were 7-for-13 on third down conversions; converting 54% of their attempts.
4-5
The Steelers now drop to 4-5 on the year with the 35-30 loss.