At 25 years old and standing at 6 feet 3 inches, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Skyler Fields, an Ohio State University alumnus, led his team to a thrilling 20-10 victory against the Los Angeles Chargers on September 22, in front of a roaring crowd of 66,734 fans. This win improved the Steelers’ record to 3-0 in the NFL American Football Conference North division, giving them a perfect winning percentage.
On the other side, the Chargers, representing the American Football Conference West division, now hold a 2-1 record after facing their first loss of the season.
The Chargers’ quarterback, 25-year-old Justin Patrick Herbert, who stands 6 feet 6 inches tall, has been leading his team as they compete in the AFC West.
During the game, the Steelers commanded possession for an impressive 33 minutes and 51 seconds. Despite being held scoreless in the first quarter, they managed to score at least three points in each subsequent quarter. However, they were trailing 7-10 at halftime.
The Chargers, established 65 years ago, have a rich history, including a single league championship title, though they have not yet managed to lift the Super Bowl trophy, with a playoff record of 12 wins and 19 losses.
The rivalry between the Chargers and the Steelers dates back to October 3, 1971. Over the years, they have clashed 36 times in both regular and postseason play, with the Chargers holding an 11-25 record against the Steelers. The most recent matchup occurred on November 21, 2021, where the Chargers triumphed with a score of 41-37.
Fields, previously a key player for the Chicago Bears, showcased his skills by completing 25 of 32 passes, with a longest completion of 55 yards for a total of 245 passing yards. He managed to connect for one touchdown and faced two sacks that cost him 13 yards. Additionally, he executed six rushing attempts, gaining 6 yards and scoring once on the ground.