Steelers Beat Browns, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Aaron Rodgers, Deshaun Watson, Shedeur, More

Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers cruised to a victory over Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, 27-6.

The Steelers covered the spread, entering the matchup as 3.5-point favorites over the Browns at home, according to FanDuel Sportsbook .

Shedeur Sanders briefly stepped in during the first quarter after Watson was sidelined with an injury, completing both of his pass attempts for two yards.

The win solidified the Steelers' hold on first place in the AFC North at 6-2, while the Browns fell into third place at 5-3.

1. PIT: 6-2 (OVR), 2-1 (DIV), 3-2 (CONF)

2. CIN: 4-2 (OVR), 1-1 (DIV), 3-2 (CONF)

3. CLE: 5-3 (OVR), 2-1 (DIV), 3-3 (CONF)

4. BAL: 4-3 (OVR), 0-2 (DIV), 2-2 (CONF)

The Steelers took a 20-6 lead into halftime, with Rico Dowdle rushing for a 9-yard touchdown and Pat Freiermuth taking a direct snap up the middle for another score. Two additional field goals and two forced fumbles against the Browns in the first half helped Pittsburgh build a commanding lead.

After another rushing touchdown on a short run by Jaylen Warren, the Steelers committed their first major mistake when Rodgers threw an interception to close out the third quarter, but maintained a 27-6 lead.

Despite holding the Steelers scoreless in the fourth quarter, the Browns could not get their offense going, turning the ball over on downs twice and punting once as Pittsburgh sealed the win.

The Browns will hit the road next Sunday to face the New Orleans Saints at 1 p.m. ET, while the Steelers head into their bye week.