The Pittsburgh Steelers turned around a rough run by forcing six turnovers and recording five sacks in a 27-20 triumph over the Indianapolis Colts, signaling a defendedly strong turnaround.

Six takeaways came from the Colts, including three interceptions and two fumbles, highlighted by T.J. Watt’s pivotal strip-sack that set up a Steelers touchdown drive.

With the win, Pittsburgh snapped a two-game skid and improved to 5-3, while the Colts remained atop the AFC South.

The defensive surge aligned with an energy shift in the locker room, underscored by a pregame motivational moment and praise from Mike Tomlin for Dugger and the unit.

Jalen Ramsey moved to free safety to shore up the secondary, with rookie Jack Sawyer and Kyle Dugger delivering standout support.

Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin reshaped the scheme to simplify pressures, contributing to Pittsburgh’s stout performance against a previously high-powered offense.

Jack Swayer logged his first NFL interception in the third quarter, and Joey Porter Jr. sealed the game with the third interception late in the fourth.

The defense’s effort was complemented by the front seven and secondary, with Payton Wilson contributing to the pressure and containment.

Jaylen Warren scored two rushing touchdowns, sparking a 24-0 run that flipped the game after the turnover sequence.

Aaron Rodgers (Steelers quarterback) led the offense with 25 of 35 passing for 203 yards and a TD, while Colts QB Daniel Jones struggled with three interceptions, two fumbles, and a season-low 45 rushing yards from Jonathan Taylor.

Looking ahead, Pittsburgh is set to visit the Los Angeles Chargers on a Sunday night, while the Colts head to Berlin for an international game against Atlanta.

The win took place in front of an audience including former Super Bowl XL champions, with the occasion tied to honoring the historic Steel Curtain era.