Pittsburgh Steelers: Five players that stood out against Baltimore

"PITTSBURGH, PA – SEPTEMBER 30: Antonio Brown #84 of the Pittsburgh Steelers makes a catch for a 26 yard touchdown reception in the second quarter as Marlon Humphrey #29 of the Baltimore Ravens defends in the second quarter during the game at Heinz Field on September 30, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)"

Antonio Brown

For the first time this season, Antonio Brown makes our list here. While it was by no means an “AB” type of game, he made big plays when the Steelers needed them.

Brown has been blanketed by all kinds of double and triple coverage all season long and has had a hard time getting in sync with Ben Roethlisberger. There was finally some open space a few times for Brown to get the ball and he made plays when he had the ball in is hands.

He broke a nice catch-and-run on a crucial third down when the Steelers were driving deep in Ravens’ territory. There was a questionable crack-back block called on James Conner for the play, which brought the Steelers 15 yards back after the catch.

Brown’s highlight of the night the touchdown catch near the end of the first half. Ben made a great throw, but AB made a spectacular catch with very tight coverage on him. He stepped up when the team needed him more than ever.