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While it was at the cost of their draft pick, the Cleveland Browns secured another satisfying victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Cleveland during week 17.
Without top wide receiver DK Metcalf, the Steelers offense could not find any sort of rhythm against the Browns, failing to find the end zone even once. Part of this was due to the outstanding play of cornerbacks Tyson Campbell and Denzel Ward, who both had PFF grades of 82.0 or higher. The Browns also saw the best version of linebacker Jerome Baker, who collected a season-high 86.0 grade.
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Despite not collecting his record-breaking 23rd sack, defensive end Myles Garrett had a productive day with 4 quarterback hits and a 67.3 overall grade. Linebacker Devin Bush also brought the pressure with an 81.0 overall grade and 8 total tackles. Overall, it was an impressive effort in the Browns' first franchise victory over future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Now, let’s take a look at the Browns' top defensive PFF grades from their victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers:
TE Harold Fannin Jr
Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. catches a first-quarter touchdown pass against Pittsburgh Steelers safety Kyle Dugger, Dec. 28, 2025, in Cleveland.
Overall grade: 82.0
Pass plays grade: 89.6
Rushing plays grade: 49.0
WR Jerry Jeudy
Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) makes a catch in the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
Overall grade: 75.2
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Passing plays grade: 73.9
Rushing plays grade: 62.5
RB Raheim Sanders
Cleveland Browns running back Raheim Sanders (35) sheds Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (24) as he runs for yards during the second half of an NFL football game at Huntington Bank Field, Dec. 28, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Overall grade: 70.5
Passing plays grade: 75.1
Rushing plays grade: 64.5
TE Brenden Bates
Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Brenden Bates (82) runs after the catch in the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
Overall grade: 68.7
Passing plays grade: 73.8
Rushing plays grade: 59.8
WR Cedric Tillman
Dec 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman (19) walks off the field after being injured against the Tennessee Titans fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Overall grade: 68.4
Passing plays grade: 68.9
Rushing plays grade: 55.1
WR Isaiah Bond
Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Isaiah Bond (16) makes a catch in the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
Overall grade: 67.3
Passing plays grade: 66.1
Rushing plays grade: 60.1
LG Joel Bitonio
Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns guard Joel Bitonio (75) and Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward (97) speak after the game at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
Overall grade: 65.3
Pass blocking grade: 76.6
Run blocking grade: 67.7
C Luke Wypler
Cleveland Browns center Luke Wypler (56) reacts during the first half of an NFL football game at Huntington Bank Field, Dec. 28, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Overall grade: 64.7
Pass blocking grade: 77.3
Run blocking grade: 67.8
RG Tevin Jenkins
Cleveland Browns offensive tackle KT Leveston (72) and guard Teven Jenkins (74) take the field before an NFL football game at Huntington Bank Field, Sept. 21, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Overall grade: 64.2
Pass blocking grade: 35.5
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Run blocking grade: 70.3
OT KT Leveston
Sep 14, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns offensive tackle KT Leveston (72) during the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
Overall grade: 63.5
Pass blocking grade: 64.3
Run blocking grade: 60.6
This article originally appeared on Browns Wire: Browns PFF Grades vs. Steelers: The top offensive players in Week 17
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