Polamalu’s late game plays lift Steelers over Browns
In a 2011 preseason clash, Troy Polamalu disrupted Cleveland with a first half sack on Seneca Wallace, then intercepted a short pass in the third quarter and helped Pittsburgh clinch a TD. Wallace struggled, finishing 16 for 41 with an interception and no TDs as Cleveland slipped.
Steelers Edge Browns in Tough Late-Season Clash
Pittsburgh wins 13-9 on a windy day as Roethlisberger passes for 221 yards while Wallace struggles for Cleveland. Redman leads Pittsburgh rush with 92 yards as Browns force two fumbles and limit the outcome to a late field goal play.
Wallace makes case for Browns starting QB in 2012
Seneca Wallace pushed for a legitimate chance to be Cleveland's starting quarterback next season after finishing the 2011 campaign 0-3 in place of the injured Colt McCoy. Wallace spoke after a 13 9 season finale loss to Pittsburgh and noted his desire to compete with McCoy and other options in 2012.
Peyton Hillis Might Return to Browns After Quiet Game
Browns running back Peyton Hillis rushed for 30 yards on 10 carries and caught one minus-3 yard pass in what could be his final game with Cleveland. Hillis, a free agent, missed six games this season due to injury and illness. He led the team with 1,177 rushing yards and 11 TDs last year. He followed with 557 rushing yards and three TDs this season and said uncertainty lies ahead in the offseason.
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Browns hold fourth pick in April draft with Falcons trade option
The Browns own the No. 4 selection and hold Atlanta's first round pick if the Falcons exit the playoffs. A Falcons Super Bowl win would shift the pick to No. 32, but it cannot exceed No. 21. Colt McCoy was inactive for the third straight game after a Dec. 8 concussion. Tony Pashos sat out with a stomach ailment, replaced by Artis Hicks. Jordan Norwood missed his second straight game. Avon Eagles were honored at halftime with other Northeast Ohio title teams. Jabaal Sheard posted 8% sacks for a rookie, second in team history to Kamerion Wimbley. Rubin tied a season-high 13 tackles and led NFL defensive linemen with 83 tackles entering the night game.
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Browns Edge Steelers in Short Gridiron Scoring Summary
Browns win 19 6 13 9 sequence of scoring drives led by Phil Dawson field goals. Seneca Wallace connects with Jordan Cameron and Josh Cribbs for key gains. Pittsburgh relies on Ben Roethlisberger to Heath Miller and Mike Wallace completions before Bruce Suisham muffed kick late.
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Browns Fall Short Against Steelers Ending Playoff Hopes
The Cleveland Browns dropped to 0-6 in the North and 3-21 since 2008 as they lost to Pittsburgh 13-9. Seneca Wallace struggled 16 of 40 for 177 yards while Troy Polamalu's interception keyed the decisive drive and Isaac Redman led the Steelers with 92 rushing yards.
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